RESEARCH ARTICLE
Proximal Humeral Fractures: A Review of Current Concepts
James C. Widnall1, Sujay K. Dheerendra1, Joby Jacob George Malal*, 2, Mohammed Waseem2
Article Information
Identifiers and Pagination:
Year: 2013Volume: 7
Issue: Suppl 3
First Page: 361
Last Page: 365
Publisher ID: TOORTHJ-7-361
DOI: 10.2174/1874325001307010361
Article History:
Received Date: 13/10/2012Revision Received Date: 8/12/2012
Acceptance Date: 12/1/2013
Electronic publication date: 6 /9/2013
Collection year: 2013

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Abstract
The majority of proximal humerus fractures are sustained via low energy falls in the elderly population. These patients can attain an acceptable level of function via non-operative treatment. There is yet to be a clear consensus on treatment options suitable for those that fall outside of this majority group. Open reduction internal fixation, intra medullary nailing and arthroplasty surgery have all been used to varying effects. Good results are achievable if complications such as mal-union, non-union and avascular necrosis can be avoided. This review aims to clarify the options available to the current day trauma surgeon.