title: Isolated fractures of the greater tuberosity of the proximal humerus.
abstract: This review addresses isolated greater tuberosity fractures of the proximal humerus. The important aspects of the epidemiology, anatomy, fracture classification, associated injuries, and treatment are discussed. Although isolated greater tuberosity fractures are well recognized, there are few studies that specifically evaluate the outcome of these injuries. Our experience and review of the recent literature suggest that more precise evaluation of diagnostic criteria, treatment selection, and outcome is required.
authors.affiliation: Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Brown University School of Medicine, RI 02905, USA. agshoulder@aol.com
authors.forename: Andrew
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Green
authors.forename: Joseph
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Izzi
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D008279:Magnetic Resonance Imaging; D000070636:Rotator Cuff Injuries; D012784:Shoulder Fractures / Q000145:classification / Q000150:complications / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000601:surgery / Q000628:therapy*; D016896:Treatment Outcome