title: [Fractures of the shoulder joint (author's transl)].
abstract: A classification of fractures of the shoulder is given and diagnostic procedures are discussed. In most of the cases functional therapy is the treatment of choice. There exist a few indications for reduction and operation. Fractures of the scapula are briefly reviewed. For fractures of the proximal humerus in children a conservative approach is indicated. Different forms of fractures require an individual treatment.
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D002648:Child; D005260:Female; D005593:Fracture Fixation, Internal / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008722:Methods; D008875:Middle Aged; D011182:Postoperative Care; D012784:Shoulder Fractures / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000601:surgery*
vernacular_title: Frakturen des Schultergelenkes.