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Eur J Trauma Emerg S · Aug 2007
Fixation of Proximal Humeral Fractures with an Intramedullary Nail: Tipps and Tricks.
- Hans-Werner Stedtfeld and Thomas Mittlmeier.
- Department of Trauma, Klinikum Nürnberg Klinikum Süd, Nürnberg, Germany.
- Eur J Trauma Emerg S. 2007 Aug 1;33(4):367-74.
AbstractAntegrade interlocking nailing has been established as a valid option of treatment in proximal humeral fractures which follows the principles of minimum invasive surgery. The introduction of angular stability into intramedullary nailing has increased the stability of reconstruction even in osteoporotic fractures. The outcome of the surgical procedure essentially depends on the adequate intraoperative management of the specific features and challenges of the corresponding fracture type. The creation of the correct nail entry point is crucial for anatomic reduction and stability of the reconstruction, as well. The knowledge on intraoperative reduction aids and additional tools of enhancing the stability of the reconstruction alleviates a mechanically sound application of antegrade intramedullary nailing in most highly unstable proximal humeral fractures.
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