
Comparing Deltopectoral vs Deltoid Split Approaches in Plate Fixation of Proximal Humeral Fractures
How to Cite
OrthoEvidence. Comparing Deltopectoral vs Deltoid Split Approaches in Plate Fixation of Proximal Humeral Fractures. ACE Report. 2021;10(3):12. Available from: https://myorthoevidene.com/AceReport/Report/13205
Deltopectoral vs. deltoid split approach for proximal HUmerus fracture fixation with locking plate: a prospective RAndomized study (HURA)
J Shoulder Elbow Surg. 2020 Nov; 29(11): 2190-2199.Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
Eighty-five patients with proximal humerus fractures were randomized to receive plate fixation of the fracture via a deltoid split approach (n=44) or a classic deltopectoral approach (n=41). The primary outcome of interest was function measured using the Quick Disability of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand (QuickDASH) score, the Short Form-12 (SF-12) mental and physical component scales (MCS; PCS), pain...
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