Indications Proximal humerus fractures are common injuries, and in certain patients, surgical fixation can restore anatomy, provide stability, improve pain, and restore function. Mitigating the risk of postoperative complications is critical for optimizing patient outcomes, and multiple studies have demonstrated…
For a patient sustaining a proximal humerus fracture, the goal of treatment is to maximize functional outcome and patient satisfaction. While no clear consensus exists as to the optimal management of these injuries, and the results of closed treatment are…
Intramedullary Fixation for Proximal Humerus Fractures Indications Proximal humeral fractures continue to increase in frequency with projected rates of emergency visits in the United States alone annually to exceed 275,000 by 2030 and well over a million visits worldwide. Although…
Indications Several options exist for the management of proximal humerus fractures including nonoperative care, closed reduction and percutaneous pinning, open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) with a plate and screw construct, intramedullary nailing, and arthroplasty. The majority of these injuries…
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Introduction Proximal humeral fractures (PHFs) account for nearly 6% of all fractures. They have an overall incidence of 40 in 100,000 patients. This number is predicted to triple by 2030 with a growing elderly population leading to an increase in…
Conflicts of Interest: The position of PCN at the Steadman Philippon Research Institute is supported by Arthrex. PJM is a consultant for and receives royalties from Arthrex, Medbridge, and Springer; owns stock in VuMedi; receives support from the Steadman Philippon…
Introduction Posterior shoulder dislocations are uncommon and potentially challenging traumatic injuries. Their incidence is around 1.1 per 100,000 population per year, which accounts for about 2% to 5% of all shoulder dislocations. Traumatic injuries such as falls, motor vehicle accidents, or…
Indications for Arthroscopic Latarjet Contraindications to arthroscopic Latarjet include presence of breast implants (due to the position and trajectory of the M portal) and prior coracoid harvest. The procedure is more challenging after prior open shoulder surgery due to the…
Introduction The treatment of the significant Hill-Sachs lesion (HSL) continues to evolve. One option that has gained popularity is a transfer of the infraspinatus/posterior capsule directly into the Hill-Sachs defect. Originally described by Connolly in 1972 as an open procedure,…