Displaced proximal humeral fractures: an Indian experience with locking plates

BackgroundThe treatment of displaced proximal humerus fractures, especially in elderly, remains controversial. The objective of this study was to evaluate functional outcome of locking plate used for fixation of these fractures after open reduction. We also attempted to evaluate the complications and predictors of loss of fixation for such an implant.MethodsOver two and a half years, 56 patients with an acute proximal humerus fracture were …