Intramedullary nailing of humeral shaft fractures: A retrospective study of 126 cases |
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Authors: | Tapio Flinkkil Pekka Hyv nen Martti Lakovaara Teppo Linden Jukka Ristiniemi Martti H m l inen |
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a Department of Surgery Division of Orthopedic and Trauma Surgery, Oulu University Hospital, Ouiu, Finland |
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Abstract: | Antegrade intramedullary nailing with four different implants was used in 126 humeral shaft fractures. There were 74 acute fractures, 17 pathologic fractures, 16 fractures malaligned in a hanging cast or brace, 15 fractures with delayed union and 4 fractures that were nailed after failed open reduction and internal fixation. The nonunion rate was 21/95 after primary operation, and after reoperations 14/95. Distraction of the fracture was a significant cause of nonunion, but not type of fracture, localization, implant, and delay between injury and surgery. Shoulder joint function was significantly impaired in 25/67 patients. The patients regarded the result as good or satisfactory in 41/67 of the cases who were followed mean 3 (0.5-10) years.
We conclude that antegrade intramedullary nailing of humeral shaft fractures leads to a substantial risk of non-union and impairment of shoulder function. It can be recommended as primary treatment only when nonoperative treatment is likely to fail. |
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