Midshaft clavicle fractures: Current concepts

Paul Hoogervorst*, Peter van Schie, Michel P.J. van den Bekerom

*Corresponding author for this work

Research output: Contribution to JournalArticleAcademicpeer-review

Abstract

▪ Clavicle fractures are common fractures and the optimal treatment strategy remains debatable. The present paper reviews the available literature and current concepts in the management of displaced and/or shortened midshaft clavicle fractures. ▪ Operative treatment leads to improved short-term functional outcomes, increased patient satisfaction, an earlier return to sports and lower rates of non-union compared with conservative treatment. In terms of cost-effectiveness, operative treatment also seems to be advantageous. ▪ However, operative treatment is associated with an increased risk of complications and re-operations, while long-term shoulder functional outcomes are similar. ▪The optimal treatment strategy should be one tailor-made to the patient and his/her specific needs and expectations by utilizing a shared decision-making model.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)374-380
Number of pages7
JournalEFORT Open Reviews
Volume3
Issue number6
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Jun 2018
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Clavicle
  • Conservative
  • Cost effectiveness
  • Fracture
  • Midshaft
  • Operative
  • Shared decision-making
  • Treatment

Fingerprint

Dive into the research topics of 'Midshaft clavicle fractures: Current concepts'. Together they form a unique fingerprint.

Cite this