Does mechanism of injury impact the outcome of operative fixation of geriatric proximal humerus fractures.

Abhishek GantaSara SolaszJack DrakeConnor LittlefieldSanjit KondaKenneth Egol

Published in: Archives of orthopaedic and trauma surgery (2022)

Energy and mechanism demonstrates similar outcomes in operatively treated proximal humerus fractures. These factors should not play a role in decisions for surgery in these patients and can help guide patient expectations.

Keyphrases

minimally invasive
newly diagnosed
end stage renal disease
ejection fraction
prognostic factors
peritoneal dialysis
skeletal muscle
percutaneous coronary intervention
insulin resistance
acute coronary syndrome
hip fracture
weight loss
surgical site infection