Simple and Complex Fractures of the Humerus : A Guide to Assessment and Treatment / edited by Filippo Castoldi, Davide Blonna, Marco Assom.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Castoldi, Filippo, editor.

Blonna, Davide, editor.

Assom, Marco, editor.

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Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Medicine.

Orthopedics.

Sports medicine.

Physical Description:

1 online resource

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Springer eBooks

Place of Publication:

Milano : Springer Milan : Imprint: Springer, 2015.

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Mode of Access: World Wide Web.

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Summary:

The treatment of humeral fractures is a complex issue and the source of considerable controversy. In the case of fractures of the proximal humerus, early range of motion is the main aim of treatment. If a fracture modifies the anatomy or function of the glenohumeral and scapulothoracic joints, the surgeon must adhere meticulously to treatment principles in order to ensure a satisfactory outcome. Humeral shaft fractures are frequent, accounting for 1% to 3% of all fractures in adults; while excellent functional results have been reported with nonoperative management, open reduction and internal fixation is preferred in specific clinical settings. In contrast, intra-articular fractures of the distal humerus are frequently complex and full functional recovery is difficult to achieve. This volume clearly explains the concepts that are central to an understanding of humeral fractures from the proximal to the distal tip. Indications for different forms of treatment, including nonsurgical, are presented in detail, and all of the commonly used fixation techniques are described with the help of high-quality illustrations. Further important aspects such as complications, rehabilitation, and treatment of sequelae are also fully considered. This book will be an invaluable and comprehensive aid for all surgeons who treat humeral fractures.

Contents:

PART 1 Proximal humerus: 1 Main anatomy

2 Understanding the Fracture

3 Operating theatre setup.- 4 Closed reduction principles

5 Surgical Approaches

6 Percutaneous fixation: when and how

7 ORIF in three-/four-part fractures

8 Intramedullary nail rationale and surgical technique

9 Anatomical shoulder arthroplasty

10 Reverse total shoulder arthroplasty

11 Surgical neck fracture.- 12 The tuberosities

13 Malunions of the tuberosity

14 Nerve injuries

15 Fracture dislocations

16 Treatment of the sequelae

17 Conservative treatment

PART 2 The diaphysis: 18 Surgical anatomy

19 Radial palsy and humerus fractures

20 Internal Fixation: plate or IM Nail

21 External fixation

22 Periprosthetic fracture

PART 3 Distal Humerus: 23 Surgical anatomy

24 Surgical approaches and fracture pattern

25 Internal fixation principles

26 Prosthesis

27 External fixation when and how

28 Malunion and non union

29 Terrible triad.

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ISBN:

9788847053076

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