title: Closed percutaneous K-wire stabilization for displaced fractures of the surgical neck of the humerus.
abstract: We report a series of 22 displaced fractures of the proximal humerus treated by percutaneous Kirschner wire stabilization. Poor results (69 per cent) in the older age group of patients is a reflection of the severity of the fracture and the difficulties of closed reduction. Reduction in a poor position in this series has led to a poor range of movement. Good functional results can only be expected with a good reduction. Experience of migration with smooth K-wires has resulted in a strong recommendation for the use of threaded pins.
authors.affiliation: Department of Orthopaedic and Accident Surgery, University of Nottingham, UK.
authors.forename: A
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Kocialkowski
authors.forename: W A
authors.initials: WA
authors.lastname: Wallace
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D000367:Age Factors; D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D001864:Bone Wires; D005260:Female; D005593:Fracture Fixation, Internal / Q000379:methods*; D005599:Fractures, Ununited / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D011183:Postoperative Complications; D011859:Radiography; D012784:Shoulder Fractures / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*