Surgical fixation of isolated greater tuberosity fractures of the humerus- systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

A systematic review was undertaken based on PRISMA guidelines to study the results of surgical treatment of Greater Tuberosity fractures of the Humerus by different techniques (Open, Percutaneous or Arthroscopic) and using different fixation devices (Sutures, Screws and Plates).

Data sources

Literature searches were performed for studies in English on four online databases (MEDLINE®, Embase®, Ovid® Emcare and CINAHL®) using a pre-planned search strategy.

Study selection

Studies were screened against pre-decided inclusion and exclusion criteria. 24 articles were eligible for inclusion involving 562 patients in all.

Data extraction

A template was used for collection of relevant data regarding the study design, demographics, fracture characteristics, su

SUBMITTER: Kumar S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8577466 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature