RecruitingNCT04523415

Researches About Proximal Humerus Fractures

The Reliability and Reproducibility of Edelson Classification About Proxima Humeral Fractures

Sponsor

Hebei Medical University Third Hospital

Enrollment

800 participants

Start Date

Jan 1, 2019

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Conditions

Proximal Humeral Fracture

Summary

Majority of previous classifications based on two-dimensional images to analyze these complicated 3-D fractures. Small or delicate changes in rotation and positioning can result to considerable disagreement in the interpretation of standard radiographs. Therefore, a classification system which had a better reliability and reproducibility for the fractures is warranted and helpful for orthopedic surgeons. Furthermore, CT and 3-D CT construction images with high resolution give a much clearer view of the pattern of proximal humeral fractures. Edelson proposed a new three-dimensional classification for fractures of the proximal humerus. The results concluded that it was a useful in classifying these injuries with reasonable interobserver reliability. It could be hypothesized that patients with proximal humeral fractures would benefit from this 3D classification, but there is a scarcity of application of the classification in large samples. T

Eligibility

Min Age: 17 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study is analyzing how fractures of the upper part of the arm bone (proximal humerus fractures) heal and respond to treatment. These fractures are common, especially in older adults with osteoporosis, and there is ongoing debate about the best surgical approach. Researchers are collecting CT scan data and 3D bone reconstructions, along with patient outcomes, to better understand the mechanics of these fractures and refine treatment decisions. This is a retrospective and prospective observational study using existing imaging and clinical records. You may be eligible if: - You are older than 17 years - You have a displaced proximal humerus fracture that occurred less than 3 weeks before enrollment - Complete imaging and demographic data are available You may NOT be eligible if: - You have a neurological disease such as syringomyelia - You have an open fracture or a fracture caused by a disease process (other than osteoporosis) - You do not live in the hospital's catchment area Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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