A Study of Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty versus Open Reduction Internal Fixation of 3 and 4 Part Proximal Humerus Fractures

Overview

About this study

The purpose of this study is to compare shoulder replacement (reverse total shoulder arthroplasty, RTSA) to shoulder repair (open reduction and internal fixation, ORIF) in patients who suffer complex humerus fractures to see which has better functional outcomes.

Participation eligibility

Participant eligibility includes age, gender, type and stage of disease, and previous treatments or health concerns. Guidelines differ from study to study, and identify who can or cannot participate. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Contact the study team to discuss study eligibility and potential participation.

Inclusion Criteria

3 and 4-part proximal humerus fractures
Age ≥ 65 years old
Functional deltoid musculature (axillary nerve intact)

Exclusion Criteria

Less than 65 years old
Dementia or inability to provide adequate follow up
Associated injuries of ipsilateral limb, complete brachial plexopathy, vascular injury and polytrauma

Participating Mayo Clinic locations

Study statuses change often. Please contact the study team for the most up-to-date information regarding possible participation.

Mayo Clinic Location	Status
Rochester, Minn. Mayo Clinic principal investigator Joaquin Sanchez-Sotelo, M.D., Ph.D.	Closed for enrollment

Mayo Clinic Location

Status

Rochester, Minn.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

Joaquin Sanchez-Sotelo, M.D., Ph.D.

Closed for enrollment

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