Abstract:Background And Objective: Humeral shaft fractures are commonly treated by orthopaedic surgeons and account for approximately 3% of all fractures. Antegrade interlocked humerus nailing for stabilisation of humerus fractures was introduced many years ago and is a valid treatment option for stabilising the shaft of humerus fractures. As complications, such as non-union, malunion, fracture disease, and difculty in nursing and rehabilitation in polytrauma cases, are less likely with this procedure, intramedullary … Show more
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