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Management of proximal humerus fractures: a review of contemporary treatment options.

Erick M Marigi, Cristobal E Lopez, Ian M Marigi, Micah Nieboer, Jenni Tangtiphaiboontana, Elizabeth P Wellings, Rodrigo de Marinis, Jonathan D Barlow, Joaquin Sanchez-Sotelo

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Erick M MarigiDepartment of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL, USA.
Cristobal E LopezDepartment of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL, USA.
Ian M MarigiDepartment of Orthopedic Surgery, University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Cleveland, OH, USA.
Micah NieboerShoulder and Elbow Unit, Hospital Dr. Sótero del Rio, Santiago, Chile.
Jenni TangtiphaiboontanaShoulder and Elbow Unit, Hospital Dr. Sótero del Rio, Santiago, Chile.
Elizabeth P WellingsDepartment of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL, USA.
Rodrigo de MarinisDepartment of Orthopedic Surgery, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Santiago, Chile.
Jonathan D BarlowDepartment of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA.
Joaquin Sanchez-SoteloDepartment of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA.

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Abstract

Proximal humerus fractures are frequent injuries, representing the third most common fracture in geriatric patients. Due to the variety of fracture patterns, patient profiles, and subspecialty training of treating physicians, management of these fractures continues to garner debate. Nonoperative treatment remains the mainstay for most fractures; however, operative treatment has increased over the last decade. The purpose of this article is to provide a contemporary review of the clinical evaluation, classification, and management of proximal humerus fractures.

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Intramedullary nailLocked platingOpen reduction internal fixationProximal humerus fractureReverse total shoulderTuberosities

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PMID42529167
PMCPMC13416644

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