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Bieling M, Ellwein A, Lill H, Sehmisch S, Reeh FM. Proximal humerus fracture and acromioclavicular joint dislocation. Innov Surg Sci 2024; 9:67-82. [PMID: 39100718 PMCID: PMC11294519 DOI: 10.1515/iss-2023-0049] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/11/2023] [Accepted: 12/12/2023] [Indexed: 08/06/2024] Open
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Proximal humerus fractures and injuries to the acromioclavicular joint are among the most common traumatic diseases of the upper extremity. Fractures of the proximal humerus occur most frequently in older people and are an indicator fracture of osteoporosis. While a large proportion of only slightly displaced fractures can be treated non-operatively, more complex fractures require surgical treatment. The choice of optimal treatment and the decision between joint-preserving surgery by means of osteosynthesis or endoprosthetic treatment is often a difficult decision in which both fracture morphology factors and individual factors should be taken into account. If endoprosthetic treatment is indicated, satisfactory long-term functional and clinical results have been achieved with a reverse shoulder arthroplasty. Injuries to the acromioclavicular joint occur primarily in young, athletic individuals. The common classification according to Rockwood divides the injury into 6 degrees of severity depending on the dislocation. This classification forms the basis for the decision on non-operative or surgical treatment. The indication for surgical treatment for higher-grade injuries is the subject of controversial debate in the latest literature. In chronic injuries, an autologous tendon transplant is also performed. Whereas in the past, treatment was often carried out using a hook plate, which was associated with complications, the gold standard today is minimally invasive treatment using Endobutton systems. This review provides an overview of the two injury patterns and discusses the various treatment options.
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- Maren Bieling
- Klinik für Orthopädie und Unfallchirurgie, DIAKOVERE Friederikenstift, Hannover, Germany
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- Klinik für Orthopädie und Unfallchirurgie, DIAKOVERE Friederikenstift, Hannover, Germany
- Klinik für Unfallchirurgie, Medizinische Hochschule Hannover, Hannover, Germany
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- Klinik für Orthopädie und Unfallchirurgie, DIAKOVERE Friederikenstift, Hannover, Germany
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- Klinik für Unfallchirurgie, Medizinische Hochschule Hannover, Hannover, Germany
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- Klinik für Orthopädie und Unfallchirurgie, DIAKOVERE Friederikenstift, Hannover, Germany
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Alqahtani SM, Aljamaan Y, Abusultan A, Alzahrani MM. Dual plate fixation of proximal humerus fractures: Retrospective review and surgical technique. Shoulder Elbow 2023; 15:641-646. [PMID: 37981973 PMCID: PMC10656976 DOI: 10.1177/17585732231158798] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/14/2022] [Revised: 01/13/2023] [Accepted: 02/01/2023] [Indexed: 11/21/2023]
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Introduction Recent interest has been directed towards dual plate fixation for comminuted proximal humerus fractures, with an aim to improve construct stability and thus improve patient outcomes while decreasing the risk of fracture-associated complications. We present our experience with this technique in a case series of patients with proximal humerus fractures and describe our surgical technique. Methodology This was a single-center retrospective case series of patients presenting with an acute (<6 weeks) proximal humerus fracture who underwent ORIF with dual plating fixation. Patient, fracture, and surgical data were collected. All patient outcomes were evaluated using Constant-Murley shoulder score and Single Assessment Numeric Evaluation. Results Our series included nine patients with a mean age of 46.2 years (range: 27-70 years old). All fractures healed within 4 months and no complications were encountered. At 1 year follow-up, the mean SANE score was 69.4% and the mean Constant Murley shoulder score was 78.9 (range: 70-96). Conclusion Our current series shows that applying the dual plating technique in severely comminuted proximal humerus fractures provides adequate fixation and thus good patient outcomes. Further research is required before this technique can be strongly recommended for management of these complex fractures. Level of Evidence Level 5.
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- Saad M Alqahtani
- Orthopedic Surgery Department, College of Medicine, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, Saudi Arabia
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- Orthopedic Surgery Department, College of Medicine, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, Saudi Arabia
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- Orthopedic Surgery Department, College of Medicine, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, Saudi Arabia
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- Orthopedic Surgery Department, College of Medicine, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, Saudi Arabia
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Kimmeyer M, Schmalzl J, Rentschler V, Schieffer C, Macken A, Gerhardt C, Lehmann LJ. Correct positioning of the calcar screw leads to superior results in proximal humerus fractures treated with carbon-fibre-reinforced polyetheretherketone plate osteosynthesis with polyaxial locking screws. J Orthop Traumatol 2023; 24:54. [PMID: 37816859 PMCID: PMC10564686 DOI: 10.1186/s10195-023-00733-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/07/2023] [Accepted: 09/29/2023] [Indexed: 10/12/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Plate osteosynthesis with implants made of carbon-fibre-reinforced polyetheretherketone (CFR-PEEK) has recently been introduced for the treatment of fractures of the proximal humerus (PHFs). The advantages of the CFR-PEEK plate are considered to be its radiolucency, its favourable modulus of elasticity, and the polyaxial placement of the screws with high variability of the angle. The primary aim of this study is to investigate the influence of calcar screw positioning on the complication and revision rates after CFR-PEEK plating of PHFs. The secondary aim is to assess its influence on functional outcome. MATERIAL AND METHODS Patients were identified retrospectively. Minimum follow-up was 12 months. The cohort was divided into two groups depending on the distance of the calcar screw to the calcar (group I: < 12 mm, group II: ≥ 12 mm). The range of motion (ROM), Subjective Shoulder Value Score (SSV) and Constant-Murley Score (CS) were analysed at follow-up examination. Subjective complaints, complications (e.g. humeral head necrosis, varus dislocation) and the revision rate were evaluated. RESULTS 51 patients (33 female, 18 male) with an average age of 68.6 years were included after a period of 26.6 months (group I: 32 patients, group II: 19 patients). Apart from the gender distribution, no significant differences were seen in the patient characteristics. The outcome scores showed significantly better clinical results in group I: SSV 83.4 vs 71.2, p = 0.007; CS 79.1 vs 67.8, p = 0.013. Complications were seen less frequently in group I (18.8 % vs 47.4 %, p = 0.030). CONCLUSION This study shows that the positioning of the calcar screw is relevant for CFR-PEEK plate osteosynthesis in PHFs with a good reduction of the fracture. Optimal positioning of the calcar screw close to the calcar (< 12 mm) is associated with a lower rate of complications, resulting in significantly superior functional outcomes. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE III, retrospective cohort study.
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- Michael Kimmeyer
- Department of Traumatology, Hand Surgery and Sports Medicine, ViDia Clinics Karlsruhe, Steinhaeusserstr. 18, 76135, Karlsruhe, Germany.
- Alps Surgery Institute, Clinque Générale d'Annecy, 4 Chemin de la Tour la Reine, 74000, Annecy, France.
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- Department of Trauma, Hand, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Wuerzburg, Oberduerrbacher Str. 6, 97080, Wuerzburg, Germany
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- Department of Traumatology, Hand Surgery and Sports Medicine, ViDia Clinics Karlsruhe, Steinhaeusserstr. 18, 76135, Karlsruhe, Germany
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- Department of Traumatology, Hand Surgery and Sports Medicine, ViDia Clinics Karlsruhe, Steinhaeusserstr. 18, 76135, Karlsruhe, Germany
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine, Erasmus Medical Centre, Dr. Molewaterplein 40, 3015 GD, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
- Alps Surgery Institute, Clinque Générale d'Annecy, 4 Chemin de la Tour la Reine, 74000, Annecy, France
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- Department of Traumatology, Hand Surgery and Sports Medicine, ViDia Clinics Karlsruhe, Steinhaeusserstr. 18, 76135, Karlsruhe, Germany
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- Department of Traumatology, Hand Surgery and Sports Medicine, ViDia Clinics Karlsruhe, Steinhaeusserstr. 18, 76135, Karlsruhe, Germany
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Feng D, Jiang Y, Kang X, Song Z, Zhu Y, Zhang J, Zhang K, Wang Z. Assessment of surgical management for locked fracture-dislocations of the proximal humerus in patients of different ages. Heliyon 2023; 9:e16508. [PMID: 37292318 PMCID: PMC10245004 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e16508] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/08/2023] [Revised: 05/17/2023] [Accepted: 05/18/2023] [Indexed: 06/10/2023] Open
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Background Locked fracture-dislocation of the proximal humerus (LFDPH) is a very severe complex injury; neither arthroplasty nor internal plating are fully satisfactory. This study aimed to evaluate different surgical treatments for LFDPH to determine the optimal option for patients of different ages. Methods From October 2012 to August 2020, patients who underwent open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) or shoulder hemiarthroplasty (HSA) for LFDPH were retrospectively reviewed. At follow-up, radiologic evaluation was performed to evaluate bony union, joint congruence, screw cut-out, avascular necrosis of the humeral head, implant failure, impingement, heterotopic ossification, and tubercular displacement or resorption. Clinical evaluation comprised the Disability of the Arm, Shoulder, and Hand (DASH) questionnaire and Constant-Murley and visual analog scale (VAS) scores. Additionally, intraoperative and postoperative complications were assessed. Results Seventy patients (47 women and 23 men) with final evaluation results qualified for inclusion. Patients were divided into three groups: group A: patients aged under 60 years who underwent ORIF; group B: patients aged ≥60 years who underwent ORIF; and group C: patients who underwent HSA. At a mean follow-up of 42.6 ± 26.2 months, function indicators, namely shoulder flexion, and Constant-Murley and DASH scores, in group A were significantly better than those in groups B and C. Function indicators in group B were slightly but not significantly better compared with group C. Regarding operative time and VAS scores, there were no significant differences between the three groups. Complications occurred in 25%, 30.6%, and 10% of the patients in groups A, B, and C, respectively. Conclusions ORIF and HSA for LFDPH provided acceptable but not excellent results. For patients aged <60 years, ORIF might be optimal, whereas, for patients aged ≥60 years, both ORIF and HSA provided similar results. However, ORIF was associated with a higher rate of complications.
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- Dongxu Feng
- Department of Orthopaedic Trauma, Hong Hui Hospital, Xi'an Jiaotong University School of Medicine, Xi'an 710054, Shaanxi, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Trauma, Hong Hui Hospital, Xi'an Jiaotong University School of Medicine, Xi'an 710054, Shaanxi, China
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- Center for Translational Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an 710061, Shaanxi, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Trauma, Hong Hui Hospital, Xi'an Jiaotong University School of Medicine, Xi'an 710054, Shaanxi, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Trauma, Hong Hui Hospital, Xi'an Jiaotong University School of Medicine, Xi'an 710054, Shaanxi, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Trauma, Hong Hui Hospital, Xi'an Jiaotong University School of Medicine, Xi'an 710054, Shaanxi, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Trauma, Hong Hui Hospital, Xi'an Jiaotong University School of Medicine, Xi'an 710054, Shaanxi, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Trauma, Hong Hui Hospital, Xi'an Jiaotong University School of Medicine, Xi'an 710054, Shaanxi, China
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Wendler T, Fischer B, Schleifenbaum S, Theopold J, Hepp P. Dynamic biomechanical investigation of a novel sulcus bicipitalis plate in combination with a conventional locking plate for the treatment of complex proximal humerus fractures. Clin Biomech (Bristol, Avon) 2023; 105:105984. [PMID: 37156192 DOI: 10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2023.105984] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/20/2023] [Revised: 04/28/2023] [Accepted: 05/01/2023] [Indexed: 05/10/2023]
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BACKGROUND Complex proximal humerus fractures place high demands on osteosynthetic treatment. In some cases, double plating has already been used to increase primary stability of the osteosynthesis. This approach was advanced in the present study by developing an additive plate for the sulcus bicipitalis. To demonstrate the superior primary stability of the newly developed plate osteosynthesis, a biomechanical comparison against a conventional locking plate with an additional calcar screw was performed. METHODS Ten pairs of cadaveric humeri were treated proximally with a locking plate (PENTA plate small fragment, INTERCUS). Each had a two-part fracture model with a fracture gap of 10 mm. All right humeri were treated with an additive novel plate that extends along the bicipital sulcus and encircles the lesser tuberosity proximally. First, the specimens were loaded sinusoidally at 250 N in 20° abduction for 5000 cycles. Afterwards quasi-static loading until failure was applied. FINDINGS The movement at the fracture gap due to the cyclic loading occurred mainly as rotation around the z-axis, corresponding to a tilt medially and distally. The double plate osteosynthesis reduces the rotation by approximately 39%. For all load cycles observed, except 5000 cycles, medial and distal rotation of the head was significantly reduced by the double plate. The failure loads showed no significant differences between the groups. INTERPRETATION In the tested scenario under cyclic loading, the novel double plate osteosynthesis showed a significant superiority of primary stability over the conventional treatment with one locking plate. Furthermore, the study showed the advantages of cyclic load application over quasi-static load application until failure.
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- Toni Wendler
- ZESBO - Centre for Research on Musculoskeletal Systems, Leipzig University, Leipzig, Germany; Institute of Anatomy, Leipzig University, Leipzig, Germany.
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- ZESBO - Centre for Research on Musculoskeletal Systems, Leipzig University, Leipzig, Germany; Institute of Anatomy, Leipzig University, Leipzig, Germany
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- ZESBO - Centre for Research on Musculoskeletal Systems, Leipzig University, Leipzig, Germany; Department of Orthopaedic, Trauma and Plastic Surgery, Leipzig University, Leipzig, Germany
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- Department of Orthopaedic, Trauma and Plastic Surgery, Leipzig University, Leipzig, Germany
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- ZESBO - Centre for Research on Musculoskeletal Systems, Leipzig University, Leipzig, Germany; Department of Orthopaedic, Trauma and Plastic Surgery, Leipzig University, Leipzig, Germany
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Rischen R, Köppe J, Stolberg-Stolberg J, Freistühler M, Faldum A, Raschke MJ, Katthagen JC. Treatment Reality of Proximal Humeral Fractures in the Elderly-Trending Variants of Locking Plate Fixation in Germany. J Clin Med 2023; 12:jcm12041440. [PMID: 36835975 PMCID: PMC9963188 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12041440] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/09/2023] [Revised: 01/26/2023] [Accepted: 02/01/2023] [Indexed: 02/17/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The surgical treatment of proximal humeral fractures (PHFs) with locking plate fixation (LPF) in the elderly is associated with high complication rates, especially in osteoporotic bone. Variants of LPF such as additional cerclages, double plating, bone grafting and cement augmentation can be applied. The objective of the study was to describe the extent of their actual use and how this changed over time. METHODS Retrospective analysis of health claims data of the Federal Association of the Local Health Insurance Funds was performed, covering all patients aged 65 years and older, who had a coded diagnosis of PHF and were treated with LPF between 2010 and 2018. Differences between treatment variants were analyzed (explorative) via chi-squared or Kruskal-Wallis tests. RESULTS Of the 41,216 treated patients, 32,952 (80%) were treated with LPF only, 5572 (14%) received additional screws or plates, 1983 (5%) received additional augmentations and 709 (2%) received a combination of both. During the study period, relative changes were observed as follows: -35% for LPF only, +58% for LPF with additional fracture fixation and +25% for LPF with additional augmentation. Overall, the intra-hospital complication rate was 15% with differences between the treatment variants (LPF only 15%, LPF with additional fracture fixation 14%, LPF with additional augmentation 19%; p < 0.001), and a 30-day mortality of 2%. CONCLUSIONS Within an overall decrease of LPF by approximately one-third, there is both an absolute and relative increase of treatment variants. Collectively, they account for 20% of all coded LPFs, which might indicate more personalized treatment pathways. The leading variant was additional fracture fixation using cerclages.
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- Robert Rischen
- Clinic for Radiology, University Hospital Muenster, Albert-Schweitzer-Campus 1, Building A1, 48149 Muenster, Germany
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +49-251-83-47302
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- Institute of Biostatistics and Clinical Research, University of Muenster, Schmeddingstrasse 56, 48149 Muenster, Germany
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- Department of Trauma-, Hand- and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Muenster, Albert-Schweitzer-Campus 1, Building W1, 48149 Muenster, Germany
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- Medical Management Division—Medical Controlling, University Hospital Muenster, Niels-Stensen-Straße 8, 48149 Muenster, Germany
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- Institute of Biostatistics and Clinical Research, University of Muenster, Schmeddingstrasse 56, 48149 Muenster, Germany
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- Department of Trauma-, Hand- and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Muenster, Albert-Schweitzer-Campus 1, Building W1, 48149 Muenster, Germany
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- Department of Trauma-, Hand- and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Muenster, Albert-Schweitzer-Campus 1, Building W1, 48149 Muenster, Germany
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Double Plating for Complex Proximal Humeral Fractures: Clinical and Radiological Outcomes. J Clin Med 2023; 12:jcm12020696. [PMID: 36675625 PMCID: PMC9860712 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12020696] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2022] [Revised: 12/19/2022] [Accepted: 01/09/2023] [Indexed: 01/17/2023] Open
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Double plating for proximal humeral fractures (PHF) is an option to increase the primary fixation stability. Clinical data is missing for assessment of clinical and radiological outcome, as well as complications. We retrospectively examined 35 patients with unilateral PHF, who were treated with double plating for PHF between 2013 and 2019. The mean age was 59.5 ± 12 years and the leading fracture type was a varus dislocation (Resch type IV in 55.3%). A head-split was present in 22.9% of the cases. The primary outcome measurement was the radiological neck shaft angle (NSA). The radiological follow-up was 21 ± 16.6 months and the NSA did not differ between the intraoperative and follow-up time point (131.5 ± 6.9° vs. 136.6 ± 13.7°; p = 0.267). The clinical follow-up was 29.5 ± 15.3 months. The Constant-score was 78.5 ± 17 points, the simple-shoulder-test (SST) was 9.3 ± 3.2 points and the subjective shoulder value (SSV) was 78.8 ± 19.5%. The over-all complication rate was 31.4%, and without stiffness 14.3%. An avascular necrosis occurred in two patients (5.7%). In conclusion, this study shows good radiological and functional outcomes after double plating of highly complex proximal humeral fractures, while the complication rate is comparable to the literature. Double plating is a viable option especially for younger patients with complex fractures as a potential alternative to fracture arthroplasty.
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Patel R, Brown JR, Miles JW, Dornan GJ, Bartolomei C, Dey Hazra RO, Vidal LB, Millett PJ. Preventing varus collapse in proximal humerus fracture fixation: 90-90 dual plating versus endosteal fibular allograft strut. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 2023:10.1007/s00402-022-04738-1. [PMID: 36598604 DOI: 10.1007/s00402-022-04738-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/27/2022] [Accepted: 12/13/2022] [Indexed: 01/05/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Screw cut out and varus collapse are the most common complication of locked plate fixation of proximal humerus fractures. The purpose of this study was to compare dual plating and endosteal fibular allograft struts as augmentation strategies to prevent varus collapse. MATERIALS AND METHODS A trapezoidal osteotomy was created at the metaphysis to create a 2-part proximal humerus model in 18 paired shoulder specimens. Each specimen was assigned to group A, B, or C and was fixed with either a lateral locking plate, a lateral locking plate and anterior one-third tubular plate in an orthogonal 90/90 configuration, or a lateral locking plate with intramedullary fibular strut, respectively. The specimens were stressed in axial compression to failure. Displacement, elastic limit, ultimate load, and stiffness were recorded and calculated. RESULTS There was no difference in mean cyclic displacement between the three groups (0.71 mm vs 0.89 mm vs 0.61 mm for Group A, B, C, respectively). Lateral plating demonstrated the greatest absolute and relative displacement at the elastic limit (5.3 mm ± 1.5 and 4.4 mm ± 1.3) without significance. The elastic limit or yield point was greatest for fibular allograft, Group C (1223 N ± 501 vs 1048 N ± 367 for Group B and 951 N ± 249 for Group A) without significance. CONCLUSIONS Dual plating of proximal humerus fractures in a 90-90 configuration demonstrates similar biomechanical properties as endosteal fibular strut allograft. Both strategies demonstrate superior stiffness to isolated lateral locked plating.
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- Ravi Patel
- Steadman Philippon Research Institute, 181 W. Meadow Dr. Ste 1000, Vail, CO, 81657, USA
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- Steadman Philippon Research Institute, 181 W. Meadow Dr. Ste 1000, Vail, CO, 81657, USA
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- Steadman Philippon Research Institute, 181 W. Meadow Dr. Ste 1000, Vail, CO, 81657, USA
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- Steadman Philippon Research Institute, 181 W. Meadow Dr. Ste 1000, Vail, CO, 81657, USA
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- Steadman Philippon Research Institute, 181 W. Meadow Dr. Ste 1000, Vail, CO, 81657, USA
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- Steadman Philippon Research Institute, 181 W. Meadow Dr. Ste 1000, Vail, CO, 81657, USA
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- Steadman Philippon Research Institute, 181 W. Meadow Dr. Ste 1000, Vail, CO, 81657, USA.
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Panagopoulos A, Solou K, Kouzelis A, Papagiannis S, Tatani I, Kokkalis ZT. Long-stemmed Hemiarthroplasty with Cerclage Wiring for the Treatment of Split-Head Fractures of the Proximal Humerus with Metaphyseal Extension: A Report of 2 Cases. J Shoulder Elb Arthroplast 2022; 6:24715492221108285. [PMID: 35719845 PMCID: PMC9203719 DOI: 10.1177/24715492221108285] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2022] [Revised: 05/10/2022] [Accepted: 06/02/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Introduction Complex fractures of the proximal humerus with splitting-head component and metaphyseal propagation are very rare injuries that are difficult to treat. Preservation of the humeral head is always considered except in cases with severe comminution and compromised vascularity where shoulder hemiarthroplasty is an alternative option. Case Report We present two male patients, 57- and 62-years-old who sustained such a complex proximal humeral fracture after a high-energy injury. They both managed with long-stemmed shoulder hemiarthroplasty and cerclage wiring of the metaphyseal area. They both demonstrated good clinical and radiological outcome at 32- and 24-months postoperatively. Conclusion We report the functional and radiological outcomes of two cases of a rare proximal humeral fracture's pattern - combination of splitting-head and metaphyseal comminution – that were managed with long-stemmed hemiarthroplasty and cerclage wire and demonstrated good midterm clinical outcome.
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- A. Panagopoulos
- Department of Shoulder & Elbow Surgery, Patras University Hospital, Rio-Patras, Greece
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- Department of Shoulder & Elbow Surgery, Patras University Hospital, Rio-Patras, Greece
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- Department of Shoulder & Elbow Surgery, Patras University Hospital, Rio-Patras, Greece
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- Department of Shoulder & Elbow Surgery, Patras University Hospital, Rio-Patras, Greece
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- Department of Shoulder & Elbow Surgery, Patras University Hospital, Rio-Patras, Greece
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- Department of Shoulder & Elbow Surgery, Patras University Hospital, Rio-Patras, Greece
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Promising Mid-Term Outcomes after Humeral Head Preserving Surgery of Posterior Fracture Dislocations of the Proximal Humerus. J Clin Med 2021; 10:jcm10173841. [PMID: 34501288 PMCID: PMC8432246 DOI: 10.3390/jcm10173841] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/02/2021] [Revised: 08/22/2021] [Accepted: 08/25/2021] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Background: The aim of this study was to evaluate the clinical outcome after humeral head preserving surgical treatment of posterior fracture dislocations of the proximal humerus. Methods: Patients with a posterior fracture dislocation of the proximal humerus that were operatively treated in two level-1 trauma centers within a timeframe of 8 years were identified. With a minimum follow-up of 2 years, patients with humeral head preserving surgical treatment were invited for examination. Results: 19/24 fractures (79.2%; mean age 43 years) were examined with a mean follow-up of 4.1 ± 2.1 years. Of these, 12 fractures were categorized as posteriorly dislocated impression type fractures, and 7 fractures as posteriorly dislocated surgical neck fractures. Most impression type fractures were treated by open reduction, allo- or autograft impaction and screw fixation (n = 11), while most surgical neck fractures were treated with locked plating (n = 6). Patients with impression type fractures showed significantly better ASES scores (p = 0.041), Simple Shoulder Test scores (p = 0.003), Rowe scores (p = 0.013) and WOSI scores (p = 0.023), when compared to posteriorly dislocated surgical neck fractures. Range of motion was good to excellent for both groups with no significant difference. Conclusions: This mid-term follow-up study reports good to very good clinical results for humeral head preserving treatment.
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