plating of the humerus: An emerging technique

Shoulder: Trauma


Sub-muscular plating of the humerus: An emerging technique


Ziran BH, Kinney RC, Smith WR, et al (Atlanta Med Ctr, GA; Geisinger Health Ctr, Danville, PA; et al) Injury 41:1047-1052, 2010§



E. Cheung, MD



Evidence Ranking


• D



Expert Rating


• 1



Abstract



Objective


The purpose of the present study was to evaluate percutaneous sub-muscular internal fixation using a locked screw methodology for treatment of diaphyseal humeral fractures.



Methods


Inclusion criteria were multiple extremity fractures, open fractures, neurovascular injuries, additional ipsilateral upper extremity fractures, the inability to obtain a satisfactory closed reduction and isolated fractures with circumstances that prevented effective bracing. Exclusion criteria were immaturity, neoplasm, infection and intra-articular extensions in the same bone. Outcome measures included clinical and radiographic healing, complications, elbow and shoulder symptoms, range of motion (ROM) and Constant–Murley (CM) scores.



Results

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