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Is nonoperative treatment a valid and successful option for the management of three-part and four-part proximal humerus fractures?

Abstract
Background Proximal humerus fractures are relatively common, accounting for about 5–9% of all fractures. There is no agreement regarding the optimal interventions for these fractures. This controversy makes a dilemma for decision-makers in the clinic. This study aimed to assess the functional outcome of nonoperative management in Neer’s three, four parts proximal humerus fracture and the incidence...
Keywords
Medicine
Humerus
Surgery
Proximal humerus



Is nonoperative treatment a valid and successful option for the management of three-part and four-part proximal humerus fractures?

Is nonoperative treatment a valid and successful option for the management of three-part and four-part proximal humerus fractures?

Abstract
Background Proximal humerus fractures are relatively common, accounting for about 5–9% of all fractures. There is no agreement regarding the optimal interventions for these fractures. This controversy makes a dilemma for decision-makers in the clinic. This study aimed to assess the functional outcome of nonoperative management in Neer’s three, four parts proximal humerus fracture and the incidence...
Keywords
Medicine
Humerus
Surgery
Proximal humerus