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    • Orthopaedic Surgery
    • Pediatric Orthopaedics
    • Traumatology

    Background:

    • Proximal humerus fractures are frequent in children.
    • Most cases are treated non-surgically with closed reduction and remodeling.
    • Certain fracture patterns necessitate advanced management strategies.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review treatment options for pediatric proximal humerus fractures.
    • To highlight indications for surgical intervention.
    • To discuss various fixation techniques available for complex fractures.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of current literature on pediatric proximal humerus fracture management.
    • Discussion of clinical scenarios requiring surgical intervention.
    • Overview of surgical techniques including open reduction and internal fixation.

    Main Results:

    • Closed reduction with expectant remodeling is effective for most proximal humerus fractures in children.
    • Indications for surgery include unacceptable alignment, irreducible fractures, and minimal remodeling potential in adolescents.
    • Surgical options encompass open reduction and fixation methods like percutaneous pins, screws, flexible nails, and plates.

    Conclusions:

    • A spectrum of treatment options exists for pediatric proximal humerus fractures.
    • Creative immobilization and open reduction can manage complex fracture patterns.
    • Pediatric orthopaedic surgeons have a diverse toolbox of fixation strategies for challenging cases.