Management of nonunion below proximal humeral prosthesis.
Fractures below proximal humeral prostheses are rare and their successful management presents technical difficulties. Closed treatment usually results in nonunion. A case illustrating this disabling complication is reported and a literature review is presented that summarizes the classification, treatment options, and complications of these uncommon fractures.
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Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Cleveland Clinic Florida, Ft. Lauderdale, USA.
D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D005260:Female; D005599:Fractures, Ununited / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D006810:Humeral Fractures / Q000601:surgery*; D019736:Prostheses and Implants; D012785:Shoulder Joint / Q000601:surgery*