IS THERE A RATIONALE IN THE USE OF THE BONE STRUT ALLOGRAFT FOR MANAGEMENT AND INTERNAL FIXATION IN PERIPROSTHETIC HUMERAL FRACTURES? A CASE REPORT

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Authors: Serafino Carta, Mattia Fortina, Carlo Cataldi, Giovanni Battista Colasanti, Paolo Ferrata, Alberto Riva, Luigi Meccariello
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Abstract

The gradual increase in shoulder implants has resulted in a parallel increase in periprosthetic fractures + the humerus. Currently, there are no definite certainties about the best methods of treatment and there are no adequate devices to ensure optimal healing. Undoubtedly, the multitude of experience in treating femoral periprosthetic fractures can be a guide used to improve the approach to periprosthetic fractures the humerus. The use of metallic fixation devices, in combination with bone grafts, could represent : favourable mixed mechanical and bidlogical solution in the treatment of penprosthetic fractures of the humerus. This article presents a case of periprosthetic humeral fracture in a 77-year-old woman with reverse shoulder prosthesis

Fields of Study & Subjects

Orthopedic Surgery and Rehabilitation Bone fractures and treatments Shoulder and Clavicle Injuries

Publication details

Journal / source
EuroMediterranean Biomedical Journal
Publisher
PAGEPress Publications
Volume
12
Publication date
12 January 2026
Language
EN