Purpose This systematic meta-analysis and review aims to critically compare the outcome of
reverse shoulder arthroplasty versus hemiarthroplasty for the treatment of complex proximal …

Objectives The objective of this Health Technology Assessment was to evaluate
effectiveness, complications and cost-effectiveness of surgical or non-surgical treatment for …

BACKGROUND: Locking plates for open reduction–internal fixation (ORIF) of proximal
humeral fractures are widely used. We observed an unusually high number of patients with …

The Musculoskeletal Effects of Cigarette Smoking : JBJS The Musculoskeletal Effects of
Cigarette Smoking : JBJS JBJS Journal Case Connector Reviews JBJS.org Surgical Techniques …

Background Significant controversy surrounds optimal treatment of displaced 4-part
proximal humeral fractures. Reverse total shoulder arthroplasty (RTSA) has recently been …

Background On the basis of patients' demands, bone quality, and fracture type, we
developed an evidence-based treatment algorithm for proximal humerus fractures (PHF) that …

Background Proximal humeral fractures are commonly encountered injuries. The
development of locking plate technology and reverse shoulder arthroplasty may have …

Background The most appropriate treatment for displaced multiple-fragment proximal
humeral fractures in elderly patients is currently unclear. Reverse total shoulder arthroplasty …

Background The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of smoking on the incidence
of complications after primary anatomic total shoulder arthroplasty (TSA) and reverse …

Purpose Network meta-analysis (NMA) is a comparatively new evidence-based technique in
medical disciplines which compares the relative benefits associated with multiple …