Management of proximal humerus fracture with a plating system

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In this course, learners will review the surgical management of a proximal humerus fracture utilizing the EVOS™ Small Plating System. Expert surgeons provide knowledge of topics covering fracture classification, soft tissue management, tips and pearls on complications, and challenges with the management of proximal humerus fractures. In addition, surgeon experts perform a step-by-step cadaveric proximal humerus fracture fixation surgical procedure and discuss surgical tips and pearls for optimal patient outcomes.

Pre-requisites

A basic understanding of shoulder anatomy and proximal humerus fractures

What you will learn

Identify the different classifications, decision-making, and soft tissue considerations for surgical management of a proximal humerus fracture
Recall the surgical principles, strategies, and approaches for these types of fractures
Recognise the complications and challenges that are associated with a proximal humerus fracture
Outline the steps to perform a proximal humerus surgical technique with a plating system

Contributors

Mr Daniel Engelke, United Kingdom
Mr Jordi Teixidor, Spain

Accreditations

Royal College of Surgeons of England (RCS Eng)

Royal College of Surgeons of England*

_{*This Smith+Nephew Medical Education eLearning content is accredited by the RCS (Royal College of Surgeons of England) as part of the centre accreditation. Y}_{ou will receive a certificate of attendance upon full completion of the module.}

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