Publications by authors named "Yash N Thakkar"
J Orthop Case Rep
October 2023
Article Synopsis
- Humerus shaft fractures, making up 3% of adult fractures, have a high surgical union rate (84-97%), although non-union is a common complication regardless of treatment type.
- Intramedullary (IM) nailing offers benefits like stability and less tissue damage, but comes with risks such as poor reduction and potential nerve injury.
- A case study of a middle-aged female with a non-union due to a poorly managed previous fracture illustrates the complexities of treatment, ultimately highlighting locking plates and strut grafting as effective management strategies, while also emphasizing the importance of ruling out infections and tumors.
