10.1055/b-0040-176963 22 Humeral Shaft FracturesLisa K. Cannada and Ugochi Okoroafor Introduction Humeral shaft fractures comprise approximately 3% of extremity fractures and 20% of humerus fractures. This chapter will explore the…
10.1055/b-0040-176965 24 Elbow DislocationJodi Siegel Introduction Simple elbow dislocations involve dislocation of the ulnohumeral and radiocapitellar joints with no associated fractures. The elbow joint is typically stable after closed reduction….
10.1055/b-0040-176955 14 AmputationsKevin Tetsworth and Vaida Glatt Introduction Relative roles of limb salvage and amputation after trauma remain controversial (▶ Fig. 14.1 ). Difficult choice reflects severity of the injury,…
10.1055/b-0040-176957 16 Imaging of Orthopaedic TraumaKyle M. Schweser and Brett D. Crist Introduction Basic imaging concepts will be reviewed, including when to obtain specific imaging modalities, basic radiation safety, and…
10.1055/b-0040-176960 19 Scapular FracturesBrian Buck Introduction Scapula fractures comprise approximately 1% of all fractures and 3-5% of upper extremity fractures. 90% of scapula fractures are associated with concomitant injury to…
10.1055/b-0040-176959 18 Clavicle FracturesRobert Andrew Ravinsky, David H. Campbell, and Michael D. McKee Introduction The clavicle is one of the most commonly fractured bones, representing up to approximately 5% of…
10.1055/b-0040-176953 12 Principles of Pediatric Fracture ManagementGeorge Gantsoudes Introduction Children are not small adults. They have different anatomy (physes, thicker periosteum, etc.), different physiology (faster healing), and have the potential…
10.1055/b-0040-176956 15 Rib FracturesAaron Nauth Introduction Rib fractures are commonly encountered in polytrauma patients and are often seen in combination with orthopaedic injuries. A wide spectrum of injury can be…
10.1055/b-0040-176954 13 Acute Compartment SyndromeChristopher Doro Introduction Acute compartment syndrome (ACS) remains a clinical emergency that occurs in orthopaedic trauma practice. ACS continues to present orthopaedic surgeons and other clinicians…
10.1055/b-0040-176952 11 Pathologic FracturesJoel M. Post Introduction The incidence of pathologic fractures is rising and patients with metastatic disease are living longer. All orthopaedic surgeons providing trauma call coverage should…
