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Showing result 6 - 8 of 8 swedish dissertations containing the words proximal humerus fracture and thesis.

2. 6. 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. 7. Treatment of displaced proximal humeral fractures in elderly patients

   Author : Per Olerud; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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   Abstract : The optimal treatment for patients with displaced fractures of the proximal humerus, especially elderly patients with osteoporosis, is still controversial. For the 2- and 3-part fractures according to the Neer classification, there is a trend towards more frequent surgical interventions with modern locking plates. READ MORE

5. 8. 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