This article reports a 1-yr prospective study related to a bedridden patient with rotator cuff tear arthropathy featuring severe erosion of the proximal part of the humerus. To prevent spontaneous humeral fracture, a comprehensive intervention was planned. This included drug therapy for osteoporosis and pain, nurse team training on patient handling techniques, and patient and caregiver education. After 1 yr, clinical and radiologic findings are stable.

Severe humeral erosion in a bedridden patient: a comprehensive intervention to prevent bone fracture

Ferriero G;
2004-01-01

Abstract

This article reports a 1-yr prospective study related to a bedridden patient with rotator cuff tear arthropathy featuring severe erosion of the proximal part of the humerus. To prevent spontaneous humeral fracture, a comprehensive intervention was planned. This included drug therapy for osteoporosis and pain, nurse team training on patient handling techniques, and patient and caregiver education. After 1 yr, clinical and radiologic findings are stable.
2004
Accident Prevention; Fractures; Rotator Cuff; Shoulder; Spontaneous
Ferriero, G; Brunetto, A; Sartorio, F; Vercelli, S.
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