Proximal Humerous Fractures

Question 1

What is the pathology of proximal humerus fractures?

Answer 1

Third most common fracture in the elderly
More common in women 2:1
Classified on how many fragments displaced

Question 2

How do you manage a proximal humerus fracture?

Answer 2

Collar and cuff 2-3/52
Followed by progressive active management
Surgery