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| name = Humerus fracture | |||
| image = [[File:Communitive_midshaft_humeral_fracture_callus.jpg|left|thumb|X-ray of a comminuted midshaft humeral fracture with callus formation]] | |||
| caption = X-ray of a comminuted midshaft humeral fracture with callus formation | |||
| field = [[Orthopedic surgery]] | |||
| synonyms = Fracture of the humerus | |||
| symptoms = [[Pain]], [[swelling]], [[bruising]], [[deformity]] of the upper arm | |||
| complications = [[Nerve injury]], [[vascular injury]], [[nonunion]], [[malunion]] | |||
| onset = Sudden, following trauma | |||
| duration = Weeks to months, depending on severity and treatment | |||
| types = [[Proximal humerus fracture]], [[midshaft humerus fracture]], [[distal humerus fracture]] | |||
| causes = [[Trauma]], [[fall]], [[direct blow]], [[osteoporosis]] | |||
| risks = [[Osteoporosis]], [[advanced age]], [[high-impact sports]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]], [[X-ray]], [[CT scan]] | |||
| differential = [[Shoulder dislocation]], [[biceps tendon rupture]], [[rotator cuff tear]] | |||
| treatment = [[Immobilization]], [[surgery]], [[physical therapy]] | |||
| medication = [[Pain management]], [[anti-inflammatory drugs]] | |||
| prognosis = Generally good with appropriate treatment | |||
| frequency = Common, especially in older adults | |||
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[[File:820_Humerus_Radius_Fractures_(cropped).jpg|left|thumb|Humerus and Radius Fractures]] | |||
[[File:GreatertrochanerAP.png|left|thumb|Greater Trochanter Anterior-Posterior View]] | |||
[[File:GreatertrochanerY.png|thumb|Greater Trochanter Y View]] | |||
[[File:FractureTrochanter.png|left|thumb|Trochanter Fracture]] | |||
[[File:ProxHumeralFracture.png|thumb|left|Proximal Humeral Fracture]] | |||
[[File:Proxhumerousfrac.png|thumb|Proximal Humerus Fracture]] | |||
[[File:MidShaftHumerousMark.png|thumb|Mid Shaft Humerus Mark]] | |||
[[File:Spiralbruch.png|thumb|Spiral Fracture]] | |||
[[File:Supracondylar09.jpg|left|thumb|Supracondylar Fracture]] | |||
A '''[[Humerus Fracture]]''' is a break in the large bone of the upper arm, the [[humerus]]. This type of fracture can occur in any part of the humerus, including the ends near the shoulder and the elbow. | A '''[[Humerus Fracture]]''' is a break in the large bone of the upper arm, the [[humerus]]. This type of fracture can occur in any part of the humerus, including the ends near the shoulder and the elbow. | ||
==Types of Humerus Fractures== | ==Types of Humerus Fractures== | ||
There are three main types of humerus fractures based on the location of the fracture: | There are three main types of humerus fractures based on the location of the fracture: | ||
* '''[[Proximal Humerus Fractures]]''': These fractures occur at the top of the humerus, near the shoulder. They are most common in older people with [[osteoporosis]]. | * '''[[Proximal Humerus Fractures]]''': These fractures occur at the top of the humerus, near the shoulder. They are most common in older people with [[osteoporosis]]. | ||
* '''[[Midshaft Humerus Fractures]]''': These fractures occur in the middle of the humerus. They can happen to anyone, but are often the result of a direct blow or fall. | * '''[[Midshaft Humerus Fractures]]''': These fractures occur in the middle of the humerus. They can happen to anyone, but are often the result of a direct blow or fall. | ||
* '''[[Distal Humerus Fractures]]''': These fractures occur at the end of the humerus, near the elbow. They are relatively rare and usually the result of a direct blow or fall. | * '''[[Distal Humerus Fractures]]''': These fractures occur at the end of the humerus, near the elbow. They are relatively rare and usually the result of a direct blow or fall. | ||
==Causes== | ==Causes== | ||
Humerus fractures are typically caused by a direct blow to the arm, a fall onto an outstretched arm, or a violent twisting of the arm. Certain medical conditions, such as [[osteoporosis]] or [[bone cancer]], can weaken the humerus and make it more susceptible to fracture. | Humerus fractures are typically caused by a direct blow to the arm, a fall onto an outstretched arm, or a violent twisting of the arm. Certain medical conditions, such as [[osteoporosis]] or [[bone cancer]], can weaken the humerus and make it more susceptible to fracture. | ||
==Symptoms== | ==Symptoms== | ||
The most common symptoms of a humerus fracture include severe pain, swelling, bruising, and inability to move the arm. In some cases, there may be a visible deformity or the bone may even protrude through the skin. | The most common symptoms of a humerus fracture include severe pain, swelling, bruising, and inability to move the arm. In some cases, there may be a visible deformity or the bone may even protrude through the skin. | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
Treatment for a humerus fracture depends on the location and severity of the fracture. Non-surgical treatments include immobilization with a cast or splint, pain medication, and physical therapy. Surgical treatments may be necessary for more severe fractures and can include [[internal fixation]], where hardware is used to hold the bone in place, or [[joint replacement]]. | Treatment for a humerus fracture depends on the location and severity of the fracture. Non-surgical treatments include immobilization with a cast or splint, pain medication, and physical therapy. Surgical treatments may be necessary for more severe fractures and can include [[internal fixation]], where hardware is used to hold the bone in place, or [[joint replacement]]. | ||
==See Also== | ==See Also== | ||
* [[Bone Fracture]] | * [[Bone Fracture]] | ||
* [[Osteoporosis]] | * [[Osteoporosis]] | ||
* [[Bone Cancer]] | * [[Bone Cancer]] | ||
[[Category:Orthopedics]] | [[Category:Orthopedics]] | ||
[[Category:Injuries]] | [[Category:Injuries]] | ||
[[Category:Medical Conditions]] | [[Category:Medical Conditions]] | ||
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| Humerus fracture | |
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| Synonyms | Fracture of the humerus |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Pain, swelling, bruising, deformity of the upper arm |
| Complications | Nerve injury, vascular injury, nonunion, malunion |
| Onset | Sudden, following trauma |
| Duration | Weeks to months, depending on severity and treatment |
| Types | Proximal humerus fracture, midshaft humerus fracture, distal humerus fracture |
| Causes | Trauma, fall, direct blow, osteoporosis |
| Risks | Osteoporosis, advanced age, high-impact sports |
| Diagnosis | Physical examination, X-ray, CT scan |
| Differential diagnosis | Shoulder dislocation, biceps tendon rupture, rotator cuff tear |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Immobilization, surgery, physical therapy |
| Medication | Pain management, anti-inflammatory drugs |
| Prognosis | Generally good with appropriate treatment |
| Frequency | Common, especially in older adults |
| Deaths | N/A |
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A Humerus Fracture is a break in the large bone of the upper arm, the humerus. This type of fracture can occur in any part of the humerus, including the ends near the shoulder and the elbow.
Types of Humerus Fractures
There are three main types of humerus fractures based on the location of the fracture:
- Proximal Humerus Fractures: These fractures occur at the top of the humerus, near the shoulder. They are most common in older people with osteoporosis.
- Midshaft Humerus Fractures: These fractures occur in the middle of the humerus. They can happen to anyone, but are often the result of a direct blow or fall.
- Distal Humerus Fractures: These fractures occur at the end of the humerus, near the elbow. They are relatively rare and usually the result of a direct blow or fall.
Causes
Humerus fractures are typically caused by a direct blow to the arm, a fall onto an outstretched arm, or a violent twisting of the arm. Certain medical conditions, such as osteoporosis or bone cancer, can weaken the humerus and make it more susceptible to fracture.
Symptoms
The most common symptoms of a humerus fracture include severe pain, swelling, bruising, and inability to move the arm. In some cases, there may be a visible deformity or the bone may even protrude through the skin.
Treatment
Treatment for a humerus fracture depends on the location and severity of the fracture. Non-surgical treatments include immobilization with a cast or splint, pain medication, and physical therapy. Surgical treatments may be necessary for more severe fractures and can include internal fixation, where hardware is used to hold the bone in place, or joint replacement.
