Humeral Shaft Fractures Flashcards

1
Q

What may cause a humeral shaft fracture?

A
  1. Direct trauma
  2. Fall with or without twsting injury
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If there is a twisting injury leading to a humeral shaft fracture, which two types of humeral fractures classically occur?

A
  1. Oblique
  2. Spiral
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3
Q

Up to what level of angulation can be accepted in humeral shaft fractures?

A

30º

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4
Q

Which nerve is at risk in humeral shaft fractures?

A

Radial nerve

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5
Q

What are the clinical signs of a damaged radial nerve?

A
  1. Wrist drop
  2. Loss of sensation in the first dorsal web space
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6
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How can most cases of humeral shaft fractures be treated?

A

Functional humeral brace

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7
Q

What treatment may afford a quicker recovery?

A

Internal fixation with intramedullary nail or plate and screws

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8
Q

In a polytrauma of the humeral shaft, an _____________ _____ is often used

A

In a polytrauma of the humeral shaft, an intramedullary nail is often used

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9
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Non-unions of the humeral shaft require what treatment?

A

Plating and bone grafting

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