A proximal fracture occurs close to ... the elbow (mostly occurs in children). Symptoms of a humerus fracture can include: The growth plate is an integral yet sensitive part of the humerus.

Background Proximal humeral fractures are common osteoporotic fractures. Most proximal humeral fractures are treated non-surgically, although surgical treatment has gained popularity. The purpose ...

Background: Precise indications for computed tomography (CT) in proximal humeral fractures are not established. The purpose of this study was a comparison of conventional radiographic views with ...

Objective The specific aim of the study was to investigate and compare epiphyseal length and extension in the proximal humerus, closure in the growth plate and bone marrow signal intensity related to ...

and S.G. Kaar, “No contribution of tension-reducing rotator cuff sutures on locking plate fixation in a 2-part proximal humerus fracture model.” Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma, 28(8): 458-463, August ...