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Vijayvargiya M, Pathak A, Gaur S. Outcome Analysis of Locking Plate Fixation in Proximal Humerus Fracture. J Clin Diagn Res 2016; 10:RC01-5. [PMID: 27656515 DOI: 10.7860/jcdr/2016/18122.8281] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/01/2015] [Accepted: 06/21/2016] [Indexed: 01/02/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Proximal humerus fractures account for approximately 5% of all fractures. Stable minimally displaced fractures can be treated nonoperatively but the management of displaced fractures remain controversial with various modalities of treatment available. Locking plates provide stable fixation and enable early postoperative mobilization specially in osteoporotic proximal humerus fracture. AIM To evaluate the functional outcome of locking plate fixation and to compare the results of two approaches used for fixation. MATERIALS AND METHODS This prospective study was conducted at a tertiary level hospital between September 2011 to December 2013. PHILOS plates were used for internal fixation of displaced proximal humerus fractures Neer's type 2 part, 3 part and 4 part fractures on 26 patients (M/F ratio 1.36:1; mean age 46 years). According to Neer classification, 5,12 and 9 patients had displaced 2, 3 and 4 part fractures respectively. Deltopectoral and deltoid splitting approaches were used for fixation on 13 patients each. Functional outcome was assessed using Constant-Murley shoulder score. Graphpad software version 6.0 was used with Chi-square test and Fisher-exact test are used to compare data. The p-value< 0.05 is considered significant. RESULTS Of the 26 patients, all fractures united radiologically and clinically and average constant score at final follow-up was 72.5. At the final follow-up 8 patients had good score, 10 patients had moderate score, 6 patients had excellent outcome and 2 patients had poor outcome according to Constant score. Mean time to union was 12.3 weeks (9 -15 weeks). Four complications (15.4%) were encountered, 2 cases of varus malunion, 1 case of wound infection which required wound debridement and 1 case of screw cut-out in which screw removal was done. Mean constant score in delto splitting approach was 70.9 and 74 in deltopectoral group (p-value= 0.54). No significant difference existed in constant score in 2 approaches. No significant difference existed between groups in terms of complications (P > .05) and all fractures were united. CONCLUSION Our study demonstrates that locking plate fixation gives good functional outcomes in treatment of proximal humerus fractures. There was no significant difference in the two approaches used for exposure. Our results are comparable to various studies conducted by other authors which states that locking plates provide better functional and radiological outcomes as compared to other fixation methods like Tension band wiring, percutaneous K-wire fixation, non-locking plates, intramedullary nails.
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- Mayank Vijayvargiya
- Senior Resident, Department of Orthopedics, Gandhi Medical College , Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India
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- Associate Professor, Department of Orthopedics, Gandhi Medical College , Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India
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- Professor and Head of Department, Department of Orthopedics, Gandhi Medical College , Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India
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Complex proximal humerus fractures with an avascular head fragment and unreconstructable fracture types represent indications for humeral head replacement. Special prosthetic designs allow modular anatomical restoration of the centre of rotation and alignment and stable fixation of the tuberosities. These play a key role with respect to the functional outcome and are often prone to complete or partial osteolysis with secondary rotator cuff deficiency. Because the operational procedure is technically demanding, attention must be paid to correct implantation. The functional results which can be expected are reliable with a moderate Constant score of 50 to 60 points and a low pain level. In elderly patients with poor bone quality and an associated increased tuberosity-related complication rate, a primary inverse prosthetic design has to be considered as a reasonable alternative. The overall revision rate is approximately 11 %.
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Tepass A, Rolauffs B, Weise K, Bahrs SD, Dietz K, Bahrs C. Complication rates and outcomes stratified by treatment modalities in proximal humeral fractures: a systematic literature review from 1970-2009. Patient Saf Surg 2013; 7:34. [PMID: 24268107 PMCID: PMC4176190 DOI: 10.1186/1754-9493-7-34] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/11/2013] [Accepted: 11/05/2013] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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Background The optimal treatment of complex, displaced proximal humeral fractures is controversial. A systematic literature review of the time period from 1970 to 2009 was conducted. The purpose was to evaluate the clinical success and complications of the available treatment modalities to determine specific treatment recommendations for the different fracture patterns. Methods The databases (PubMed/EMBASE) were searched for the time period (01/1970–09/2009). Study quality, treatment modalities, classification, outcome scores and complications of 200 publications including 9377 patients were analyzed. Interventions were compared by analysis of variance with subsequent Tukey’s-test. Complication rates among methods were compared by using Pearson’s-chi-square-test and pairwise comparisons using Fisher’s-two-tailed-exact-test. Results Hemiarthroplasty, angle-stable plate and non-operative treatment were used for 63% of the follow-up-patients. For 3- and 4-part fractures, patients with hemiarthroplasty [3-Part: 56.4 (lower/upper 95% confidence interval (CI): 43.3-68.7); 4-Part: 49.4 (CI: 42.2-56.7)] received a lower score than different surgical head-preserving methods such as ORIF [3-Part: 82.4 (CI: 76.6-86.9); 4-Part: 83.0 (CI:78.7-86.6)], intramedullary nailing [3-Part: 79.1 (CI:74.0-83.4)] or angle-stable plates [4-Part: 66.4 (CI: 59.7-72.4)]. The overall complication rate was 56%. The most common complications were fracture-displacement, malunion, humeral head necrosis and malreduction. The highest complication rates were documented for conventional plate and hemiarthroplasty and for AO-C, AO-A, for 3- and 4-part fractures. Only 25% of the data were reported with detailed classification results and the corresponding outcome scores. Discussion Despite the large amount of patients included, it is difficult to determine adequate recommendations for the treatment of proximal humeral fractures because a relevant lack of follow-up data impaired subsequent analysis. For displaced 3- and 4-part fractures head-preserving therapy received better outcome scores than hemiarthroplasty. However, a higher number of complications occurred in more complex fractures and when hemiarthroplasty or conventional plate osteosynthesis was performed. Thus, when informing the patient for consent, both the clinical results and the possibly expected complications with a chosen treatment modality should be addressed.
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- Alexander Tepass
- Department of Radiology, Eberhard-Karls University, Tübingen, Germany.
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Habermeyer P, Magosch P. Strategien beim Endoprothesenwechsel der Schulter. DER ORTHOPADE 2013; 42:542-51. [DOI: 10.1007/s00132-012-2025-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Similar outcomes for nail versus plate fixation of three-part proximal humeral fractures. Clin Orthop Relat Res 2012; 470:602-9. [PMID: 21879402 PMCID: PMC3254759 DOI: 10.1007/s11999-011-2056-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 86] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/20/2010] [Accepted: 08/16/2011] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND There is a lack of consensus regarding optimal surgical management of displaced and unstable three-part proximal humeral fractures. QUESTIONS/PURPOSES The objective of this prospective observational study was to compare the clinical and radiologic outcomes of plate versus nail fixation of three-part proximal humeral fractures. PATIENTS AND METHODS Two hundred eleven patients with unstable three-part proximal humeral fractures were treated with ORIF using plate (PHILOS [proximal humeral interlocking system]/LPHP [locking proximal humerus plate]) or nail (PHN [proximal humeral nail]) osteosynthesis. Outcome measurements included pain, Constant and Murley and Neer scores, and the occurrence of complications at 3, 6, and 12 months postsurgery. Regression analysis and the likelihood ratio test were used to evaluate differences between the cohorts. RESULTS Throughout the 1-year followup period the Constant and Murley scores improved significantly for both cohorts; there was no significant difference between the nail group compared with the plate group. Also, 1-year Neer scores were similar between the two cohorts. Patients in the PHN group perceived significantly less pain compared with patients in the plate fixation group at 3, 6 and 12 months after surgery. We observed 79 local complications in 60 patients with no significant risk difference between the treatment groups; 35 intraoperative complications were directly related to the initial surgical procedure. CONCLUSIONS The similar 1-year outcomes for nail versus plate fixation of three-part proximal humeral fractures suggest that both techniques may be useful for internal fixation of these fractures. Many complications were related to incorrect surgical technique and therefore can be avoided. Advanced surgical skills and experience are considered to be more critical for successful operative treatment of three-part proximal humeral fractures than the selection of the implant. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level II, therapeutic study (prospective comparative study). See the Guidelines for Authors for a complete description of levels of evidence.
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Aggarwal S, Bali K, Dhillon MS, Kumar V, Mootha AK. Displaced proximal humeral fractures: an Indian experience with locking plates. J Orthop Surg Res 2010; 5:60. [PMID: 20731844 PMCID: PMC2933712 DOI: 10.1186/1749-799x-5-60] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/18/2010] [Accepted: 08/23/2010] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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Background The treatment of displaced proximal humerus fractures, especially in elderly, remains controversial. The objective of this study was to evaluate functional outcome of locking plate used for fixation of these fractures after open reduction. We also attempted to evaluate the complications and predictors of loss of fixation for such an implant. Methods Over two and a half years, 56 patients with an acute proximal humerus fracture were managed with locking plate osteosynthesis. 47 of these patients who completed a minimum follow up of 1 year were evaluated using Constant score calculation. Statistical analysis was done using SPSS 16 and a p value of less than 0.05 was taken as statistically significant. Results The average follow up period was around 21.5 months. Outcomes were excellent in 17%, good in 38.5%, moderate in 34% while poor in 10.5%. The Constant score was poorer for AO-OTA type 3 fractures as compared to other types. The scores were also inferior for older patients (> 65 years old). Complications included screw perforation of head, AVN, subacromial impingement, loss of fixation, axillary nerve palsy and infection. A varus malalignment was found to be a strong predictor of loss of fixation. Conclusion Locking plate osteosynthesis leads to satisfactory functional outcomes in all the patients. Results are better than non locking plates in osteoporotic fractures of the elderly. However the surgery has steep learning curve and various complications could be associated with its use. Nevertheless we believe that a strict adherence to the principles of locking plate use can ensure good result in such challenging fractures.
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- Sameer Aggarwal
- Deptartment of Orthopaedics, PGIMER, Chandigarh Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Sector 12, Chandigarh - 160 012, India.
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den Hartog D, de Haan J, Schep NW, Tuinebreijer WE. Primary shoulder arthroplasty versus conservative treatment for comminuted proximal humeral fractures: a systematic literature review. Open Orthop J 2010; 4:87-92. [PMID: 20309406 PMCID: PMC2842955 DOI: 10.2174/1874325001004020087] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2009] [Revised: 11/19/2009] [Accepted: 12/15/2009] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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The objective was to identify whether arthroplasty or conservative treatment is the best available treatment for three- and four-part proximal humeral fractures by analyzing the outcome measure of the Constant score. We conducted an electronic search. The systematic review included 33 studies encompassing 1096 patients with three- or four-part proximal humeral fractures that used the Constant score as outcome measure. The mean Constant score in the conservative group was 66.5 and in the arthroplasty group was 55.5. The difference could be attributed to selection bias, unreliable classification of the fractures and inter-observer differences in the assessment of the Constant score.
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- Dennis den Hartog
- Department of Surgery-Traumatology, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center Rotterdam, 's Gravendijkwal 230, 3015 CE Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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den Hartog D, de Haan J, Schep NW, Tuinebreijer WE. Primary Shoulder Arthroplasty Versus Conservative Treatment for Comminuted Proximal Humeral Fractures: A Systematic Literature Review. Open Orthop J 2010. [DOI: 10.2174/1874325001004010087] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/04/2023] Open
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The objective was to identify whether arthroplasty or conservative treatment is the best available treatment for three- and four-part proximal humeral fractures by analyzing the outcome measure of the Constant score. We conducted an electronic search. The systematic review included 33 studies encompassing 1096 patients with three- or four-part proximal humeral fractures that used the Constant score as outcome measure. The mean Constant score in the conservative group was 66.5 and in the arthroplasty group was 55.5. The difference could be attributed to selection bias, unreliable classification of the fractures and inter-observer differences in the assessment of the Constant score.
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Hromádka R, Kubena AA, Pokorný D, Popelka S, Jahoda D, Sosna A. Attachments of muscles as landmarks for implantation of shoulder hemiarthoplasty in fractures. J Shoulder Elbow Surg 2010; 19:130-6. [PMID: 19525130 DOI: 10.1016/j.jse.2009.03.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/08/2008] [Revised: 01/25/2009] [Accepted: 03/31/2009] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND The attachments of muscles and the position of the humeral head are important for a good functional outcome of shoulder hemiarthroplasties after displaced fractures of the proximal humerus. Deviations in the attachments and changes in their spatial position with respect to the humeral head during surgical reconstruction change the biomechanics and reduce the range of motion of the should joint postoperatively. METHODS AND RESULTS We used 198 humerus preparations and using 3-dimensional analysis measured the angular relationships between the humeral head axis and medial margin of the greater tuberosity (11.9 degrees +/- 9.1 degrees ), lateral margin of the lesser tuberosity (48.0 degrees +/- 7.8 degrees ), and the crest of the greater tuberosity (27.1 degrees +/- 9.6 degrees ). CONCLUSION This study provides average values of the positions of the greater and lesser tuberosities with respect to the humeral head axis. We show that the greater and lesser tuberosities are more reliable than the transepicondylar line for reconstruction of humeral head retroversion. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Basic Science.
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- Rastislav Hromádka
- 1(St) Orthopaedic Clinic, 1(St) Faculty of Medicine, Charles University in Prague, Czech Republic.
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Heinrichs G, Schulz AP, Gille J, Jürgens C, Paech A. Frakturversorgung an der oberen Extremität. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2008. [DOI: 10.1007/s10039-008-1414-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Sosna A, Pokorny D, Hromádka R, Jahoda D, Barták V, Pinskerová V. A new technique for reconstruction of the proximal humerus after three- and four-part fractures. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2008; 90:194-9. [PMID: 18256087 DOI: 10.1302/0301-620x.90b2.18928] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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The results of proximal humeral replacement following trauma are substantially worse than for osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis. The stable reattachment of the lesser and greater tuberosity fragments to the rotator cuff and the restoration of shoulder biomechanics are difficult. In 1992 we developed a prosthesis designed to improve fixation of the tuberosity fragments in comminuted fractures of the proximal humerus. The implant enables fixation of the fragments to the shaft of the prosthesis and the diaphyseal fragment using screws, washers and a special toothed plate. Between 1992 and 2003 we used this technique in 50 of 76 patients referred to our institution for shoulder reconstruction after trauma. In the remaining 26, reconstruction with a prosthesis and nonabsorbable sutures was performed, as the tuberosity fragments were too small and too severely damaged to allow the use of screws and the toothed plate. The Constant score two years post-operatively was a mean of 12 points better in the acute trauma group and 11 points better in the late post-traumatic group than in the classical suture group. We recommend this technique in patients where the tuberosity fragments are large enough to allow fixation with screws, washers and a toothed plate.
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- A. Sosna
- 1st Orthopaedic Clinic, 1st Faculty of Medicine, Charles University, Vúvalu 84, Prague 5, Czech Republic
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- 1st Orthopaedic Clinic, 1st Faculty of Medicine, Charles University, Vúvalu 84, Prague 5, Czech Republic
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- 1st Orthopaedic Clinic, 1st Faculty of Medicine, Charles University, Vúvalu 84, Prague 5, Czech Republic
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- 1st Orthopaedic Clinic, 1st Faculty of Medicine, Charles University, Vúvalu 84, Prague 5, Czech Republic
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- 1st Orthopaedic Clinic, 1st Faculty of Medicine, Charles University, Vúvalu 84, Prague 5, Czech Republic
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- 1st Orthopaedic Clinic, 1st Faculty of Medicine, Charles University, Vúvalu 84, Prague 5, Czech Republic
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Dietrich M, Meier C, Zeller D, Grueninger P, Berbig R, Platz A. Primary Hemiarthroplasty for Proximal Humeral Fractures in the Elderly: Long-Term Functional Outcome and Social Implications. Eur J Trauma Emerg Surg 2007; 33:512-9. [DOI: 10.1007/s00068-007-6134-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2006] [Accepted: 10/13/2006] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Gierer P, Simon C, Gradl G, Ewert A, Vasarhelyi A, Beck M, Mittlmeier T. [Complex proximal humerus fractures--management with a humeral head prosthesis? Clinical and radiological results of a prospective study]. DER ORTHOPADE 2006; 35:834-40. [PMID: 16586055 DOI: 10.1007/s00132-006-0954-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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BACKGROUND Proximal humerus fractures are one of the most common fractures in elderly patients. In the treatment of complex proximal humerus fractures, primary hemiarthroplasty is still discussed controversially. The present study was undertaken to evaluate the results of primary hemiarthroplasty in the treatment of proximal humerus fractures with a modular prosthesis (EPOCA, Fa. Argomedical, Gifhorn, Germany). MATERIAL AND METHODS A prospective study of 24 patients with complex humerus fracture (NEER: IV/4, V/4, VI/4, and head split fracture) was performed from August 2000 to December 2002. Mean age was 75.6 years (range: 52-92); 18 patients were seen for follow-up after 0.5 and 1 year, respectively. The Constant-Murley score (max. 100 points) and the UCLA Rating System (max. 35 points) were calculated for functional assessment of the operated shoulder. RESULTS Fifteen patients (83%) were pain free 1 year after the operation. The Constant-Murley score improved from 52 (+/-17) to 56 (+/-18) at the second follow-up after 1 year. On the contralateral side a score of 86 (+/-10) was assessed (p<0.05 vs operated side). Correspondingly, shoulder function according to the UCLA Rating System improved [25 (+/-4); 27 (+/-5)]. CONCLUSIONS Osteoporotic bone of older patients often may not permit stable internal fixation of complex proximal humerus fractures. In these situations primary hemiarthroplasty is the treatment of choice.
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- P Gierer
- Abteilung für Unfall- und Wiederherstellungschirurgie, Klinik und Poliklinik für Chirurgie, Universität, Schillingallee 35, 18055 Rostock.
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Gorschewsky O, Puetz A, Klakow A, Pitzl M, Neumann W. The treatment of proximal humeral fractures with intramedullary titanium helix wire by 97 patients. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 2005; 125:670-5. [PMID: 16217672 DOI: 10.1007/s00402-005-0027-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/30/2004] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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INTRODUCTION The displaced proximal humeral fracture continues to be a problem and remains the "unsolved fracture". Many guidelines for surgical treatment of different types of these fractures have been described. A conservative functional therapy is recommended as well as a closed or open reposition and internal fixation. Other authors prefer the primary prosthetic replacement of the displaced humeral head. The purpose of this article is to describe a minimal invasive technique--the intramedullary titanium helix wire--and to analyse results and specific problems of this method compared to other techniques. MATERIALS AND METHODS In a prospective study done over a period of 5 years from 1998 to 2002, 97 patients with two-, three- and four-part-fractures of the proximal humerus were treated with the intramedullary titanium helix wire and given follow-up clinical and radiological checks after 12 months. The functional outcome was evaluated with a 1-year follow-up in 95 of 97 patients. RESULTS Our 1-year results include: 41 very good, 24 good, 16 satisfactory, 14 poor (average 76 points Constant functional score, 30.7 points UCLA score). CONCLUSION The advantages of the method arising from the results lie in both the simple operation approach without nerve lesions or wound infections, and also in the indirect, intramedullary splinting of the fracture without damage to the surrounding soft parts, while iatrogenic necroses of the humeral head can be avoided.
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- Ottmar Gorschewsky
- Sportorthopädie Bern, Klinik Sonnenhof, Buchserstr 30, 3006 Bern, Switzerland.
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