Search for dissertations about: "shoulder fractures"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 15 swedish dissertations containing the words shoulder fractures.

  2. 1. Proximal humeral fractures : outcome of treatment with shoulder arthroplasty

    Author : Yilmaz Demir; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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    Abstract : Introduction: Proximal humerus fractures are a common injury, particularly in the elderly and especially in women. The preferred treatment approach is usually nonsurgical, with surgery reserved for cases that meet specific fracture patterns and patient-specific criteria. READ MORE

  4. 2. Shoulder instability : a clinical and MRI-based analysis

    Author : Björn Salomonsson; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
    Keywords : Shoulder instability; Shoulder instability classification; Shoulder arthroscopy; MRI; MR-arthography; Shoulder instability surgery; Shoulder instability assessment; Outcome instruments;

    Abstract : Shoulder instability is a common but complex and challenging area of shoulder pathology, and new diagnostic methods and treatments are continuously developed. We conducted this study to evaluate the clinical outcome of shoulder instability with respect to different diagnostic possibilities and surgical treatments. READ MORE

  5. 3. Proximal humeral fractures : aspects of treatment with special reference to displaced fractures in the elderly

    Author : Karol Zyto; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
    Keywords : proximal humeralfractures; aged patients; Neer classification; Constant score; long-term follow up; hemiarthroplasty; prospective study; osteopenia; middle- age men.;

    Abstract : The purpose of this thesis was to study the clinical and functional outcome after various treatments of displaced fractures of the proximal humerus in an elderly patient group. Conservative treatment consisting of a short period of immobilisation and an early start of active exercises guided by physiotherapy has been compared with different surgical techniques. READ MORE

  6. 4. Wrist fractures : aspects of surgical methods and outcome

    Author : Cecilia Mellstrand Navarro; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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    Abstract : Wrist fractures are the most frequently occurring fractures in any emergency setting. Treatment regimens range from a plaster cast to a combination of advanced surgical methods. Many fractures heal without remaining morbidity but 15 – 30% of patients report remaining disability of the hand and wrist. READ MORE

  7. 5. Proximal and distal humeral fractures. Outcome of primary arthroplasty

    Author : Eythor Örn Jonsson; Göteborgs universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Fracture; Arthroplasty; Proximal humeral fracture; Distal humeral fracture; Randomized controlled trial; Assessment of outcome; Patient-reported outcome measure;

    Abstract : This thesis deals with both proximal humeral fractures and elbow injuries, especially distal humeral fractures. The main focus is difficult fractures in the elderly. Few randomized controlled trials (RCTs) are available. If the joint surface is considerably affected (e. READ MORE