The nail must be placed deeply in the head and not protrude into ... improved interobserver agreement on classification of proximal humeral fractures, compared to plain radiographs.

Background: Precise indications for computed tomography (CT) in proximal humeral fractures ... of displacement of the fracture is possible, and a reliable classification of the fracture can ...

Proximal humerus nonunions present ... bone under the humeral head. Neer 10 proposed that this phenomenon occurs secondary to communication between the fracture and the synovial fluid of the ...

Let’s explore some of these. A humerus fracture most often occurs due to a direct blow. This type of injury often happens in contact sports or car accidents. You can also break your humerus if ...