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01-04-2020 | Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty (E Craig and C Chambers, Section Editors)

Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty for Proximal Humerus Fracture

Authors: Brandon J. Kelly, Chad M. Myeroff

Published in: Current Reviews in Musculoskeletal Medicine | Issue 2/2020

Abstract

Purpose of Review

The purpose of this review is to examine trends, outcomes, and principles in treatment of proximal humerus fractures in the elderly with a critical focus on reverse shoulder arthroplasty as a developing treatment option.

Recent Findings

Recent literature shows an increase in reverse shoulder arthroplasty and a decrease in hemiarthroplasty performed for proximal humerus fractures. More predictable outcomes and lower revision rates are seen in older individuals treated primarily or secondarily with reverse shoulder arthroplasty compared to those treated with hemiarthroplasty.

Summary

We report current and historical treatments, outcomes, and principles in reverse shoulder arthroplasty for treatment of complex, displaced proximal humerus fractures in older individuals (≥ 65 years old).

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Title: Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty for Proximal Humerus Fracture
Authors: Brandon J. Kelly
Chad M. Myeroff
Publication date: 01-04-2020
Publisher: Springer US
Published in: Current Reviews in Musculoskeletal Medicine / Issue 2/2020
Electronic ISSN: 1935-9748
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s12178-020-09597-0

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