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Minimal benefit of reverse shoulder arthroplasty vs. conservative treatment for 3- or 4-part PHFs
January 2020
Minimal benefit of reverse shoulder arthroplasty vs. conservative treatment for 3- or 4-part PHFs
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:1
Journal Level of Evidence:1
Reverse shoulder arthroplasty versus nonoperative treatment for 3- or 4-part proximal humeral fractures in elderly patients: a prospective randomized controlled trial
J Shoulder Elbow Surg. 2019 Dec;28(12):2259-2271.Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
Sixty-two patients aged 80 years or older with a 3- or 4-part displaced proximal humerus fracture were randomized to receive a reverse shoulder arthroplasty or conservative treatment with a sling. The primary outcome of interest was the Constant score at 12 months post-operation. Secondary outcomes of interest included the Disability of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand (DASH) score, the Short-Form 12 (S...
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