Fractures of the proximal humerus.
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.ocl.2012.08.004.
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Abstract
Proximal humeral fractures are common, with low-energy injuries occurring in the elderly population and less frequent high-energy fractures striking young people. This article discusses the anatomy, clinical evaluation, and treatment of these fractures.
Medical subject headings
- Shoulder Fractures
Anatomy
- humerus
- shoulder