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Closed percutaneous K-wire stabilization for displaced fractures of the surgical neck of the humerus.
MedLine Citation:
PMID:  2228189     Owner:  NLM     Status:  MEDLINE    
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
We report a series of 22 displaced fractures of the proximal humerus treated by percutaneous Kirschner wire stabilization. Poor results (69 per cent) in the older age group of patients is a reflection of the severity of the fracture and the difficulties of closed reduction. Reduction in a poor position in this series has led to a poor range of movement. Good functional results can only be expected with a good reduction. Experience of migration with smooth K-wires has resulted in a strong recommendation for the use of threaded pins.
Authors:
A Kocialkowski; W A Wallace
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Publication Detail:
Type:  Journal Article    
Journal Detail:
Title:  Injury     Volume:  21     ISSN:  0020-1383     ISO Abbreviation:  Injury     Publication Date:  1990 Jul 
Date Detail:
Created Date:  1990-12-04     Completed Date:  1990-12-04     Revised Date:  2004-11-17    
Medline Journal Info:
Nlm Unique ID:  0226040     Medline TA:  Injury     Country:  ENGLAND    
Other Details:
Languages:  eng     Pagination:  209-12     Citation Subset:  IM    
Affiliation:
Department of Orthopaedic and Accident Surgery, University of Nottingham, UK.
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MeSH Terms
Descriptor/Qualifier:
Adolescent
Adult
Age Factors
Aged
Aged, 80 and over
Bone Wires*
Female
Fracture Fixation, Internal / methods*
Fractures, Ununited / radiography,  surgery*
Humans
Male
Middle Aged
Postoperative Complications
Shoulder Fractures / radiography,  surgery*

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