Outcomes of proximal humerus fractures in children: a study protocol for a retrospective cohort study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Proximal humerus fractures (PHFs) comprise <3% of all fractures in children and adolescents. While it is accepted that minimally displaced PHFs can be treated conservatively, the management of severely displaced PHFs remains controversial, especially in older children. This study will aim to analyse the functional and quality-of-life outcomes of children with PHFs, in order to inform their optimal management.

Methods and analysis

We will conduct a retrospective cohort study to evaluate the outcomes of patients who were diagnosed with a paediatric PHF at the Women's and Children's Hospital (WCH) in South Australia. The primary outcome will be each participant's pain and quality-of-life outcome, determined by use of the Quick Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and

SUBMITTER: Abbot SR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9476141 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature