Abstract:Introduction
Proximal fractures of the humerus account for about 4 to 5% of all fractures. They are the most common fractures in elderly population. Treatment of unstable, displaced, and comminuted fractures of the proximal humerus remains challenging.
Objectives
The present study is undertaken to evaluate the functional outcome of proximal humerus fractures treated by locking compression plate in 20 patients.
Materials and methods
Prospective study was done involving 20 adult patients with proximal humeru… Show more
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