On the Fracture of Upper End of the Humerus -Preliminary Report-
1978 Volume 27 Issue 4 Pages 591-594
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1978 Volume 27 Issue 4 Pages 591-594
Two hundred and seventy-six fresh fractures in 275 patients experienced for the past five years were statistically analysed.
Out of 275 patients, 189 were females, and the ages ranged from 8 months to 90 years with an average of 49 years.
One hundred and eighty-five cases were fractures of neck of the humerus, 75 great tuberosity and 16 fracture-dislocations
Concerning so-called “downward subluxation”, 17 cases were found in 99 cases, which were examined by a X-ray at standing position with a load of 4kg. to the arm.
