Open reduction and fixation with a locking plate without bone grafting is a reasonable and safe option for treating proximal humerus nonunion

ConclusionOpen reduction and locking plate fixation without bone grafting is a reasonable and safe option for treating proximal humerus nonunion. It leads to a high union rate, significant improvement in ROM, and in the majority of the cases to an “excellent” and “good” functional outcome without an increased risk of complications.

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Source: International Orthopaedics - February 13, 2018 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research