Open reduction and internal fixation of the proximal humerus with femoral head allograft augmentation "the French fry technique".

ABSTRACT: Fractures of the proximal humerus account for 4%-8% of injuries to the appendicular skeleton. Most are stable, minimally displaced osteoporotic fractures in the elderly, and are the result of low-energy falls. A large majority of these patients regain adequate shoulder function without operative intervention. Surgery is considered in approximately 20% of patients because they require improved shoulder function for their activities of daily living or because of the significant deformity of their fracture and the need to restore functional alignment, length, and rotation in active, higher demand individuals. However, fixation of these fractures can pose a challenge due to poor bone quality and displacing forces of the rotator cuff. This is especially true in 3-part and 4-part fractures. Thes

SUBMITTER: Kamikovski I 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11329033 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature