Evaluation of Closed Reduction & External Fixation in Displaced Proximal Humerus Fracture in Elderly Patient With Co-Morbid Condition

Dr. Avijit Basak; Dr. Dibyendu Biswas

Volume : IX, Issue : II, February - 2020

Evaluation of Closed Reduction & External Fixation in Displaced Proximal Humerus Fracture in Elderly Patient With Co-Morbid Condition

Dr. Avijit Basak, Dr. Dibyendu Biswas

Abstract :

INTRODUCTION: Proximal humeral fractures are occurring at or proximal to the surgical neck of the humerus most commonly in peri–menopausal female accounting for 4–5% of all fractures . AIMS: To evaluate the clinico– radiological results of osteosynthesis by close reduction and external fixation in the management of displaced proximal humerus fractures in adults. MATERIALS AND METHODS : 30 patients coming at OPD & emergency of Department of Orthopaedics with displaced fracture Proximal Humerus in age group of 50 – 75 years treated with Closed reduction & External Fixation. RESULTS :Average age of our study population was around 54.3 yrs with female predominance (63.33%). Mean surgery time was 37 minutes, & mean fracture union time was 8.7 weeks . CONCLUSION: Closed reduction & External Fixation can also be considered as an effective treatment option for osteosynthesis of judiciously selected proximal humerus fractures .