Helical plating for a re-nonunion and a peri-implant fracture after humeral intramedullary nailing: A report of two cases.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction and importance

A re-nonunion after failed intramedullary nailing for a nonunion of the humeral shaft and a peri-implant distal humeral fracture with an ununited humeral shaft are rare cases. Therefore, no consensus has been established regarding the treatment strategies.

Case presentation

Case 1: An 84-year-old woman presented with humeral shaft re-nonunion after intramedullary nailing. The images revealed callus formation and loosening of the implant, suggesting a lack of mechanical stability. Nail removal and helical plating were performed. One year postoperatively, bony union was achieved. Case 2: A 59-year-old woman presented with a peri-implant distal humeral fracture with an ununited humeral shaft after nailing. Nail removal and helical plating were perfor

SUBMITTER: Nohmi S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9486657 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature