In vitro evaluation of the tension band suture method for proximal humerus fracture treatment
Abstract Background Proximal humeral fractures are common, and more than half occur in patients over 65 years of age. Operative treatment may be recommended for displaced, complicated fractures; however, surgery may lead to displacement of the greater tuberosity or humeral head. Supplemental tension...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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BMC
2020-08-01
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| Series: | Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research |
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| Online Access: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13018-020-01890-5 |