Minimal Invasive Plate Osteosynthesis (MIPO) Technique Using Anterolateral Approach for Treating Closed Proximal Humerus Fracture
- Author:
Ismail HD
;
Boedijono DR
;
Hidayat H
;
Simbardjo DS
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Proximal humerus fracture, MIPO, less invasive, anterolateral approach
- From:Malaysian Orthopaedic Journal
2012;6(1):18-24
- CountryMalaysia
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
Proximal humerus fracture is the second most common
fracture of the upper extremity and presents several unique
problems such as anatomical complexity, high risk of
avascular necrosis, minimal bone stock for purchase,
significant morbidity, and lack of a universally accepted
treatment. Recent treatments for proximal humerus fractures
include use of minimally invasive plate osteosynthysis
(MIPO). The aim of this cross-sectional study was to
evaluate the outcomes of our less invasive technique using a modified anterolateral approach for treatment of proximal
humerus fractures. Ten such operative procedures were
performed in patients of varying age and with varied
mechanism of injury from 2002-2011. All cases were
conducted in an acute setting. There were no cases of
infection and the functional outcome scores were good. This
approach represents an alternative treatment for closed
proximal humerus fracture but more extensive studies are
needed.
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