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To highlight the complications of proximal humerus fractures, especially acute limb ischemia caused by vascular injury.

April 27, 2026Trauma Case ReportsOpen Access

Reverse total shoulder replacement after traumatic acute ischemia of the upper limb due to proximal humerus fracture

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Case report on managing acute limb ischemia due to proximal humerus fracture, indicating urgent intervention.

To highlight the complications of proximal humerus fractures, especially acute limb ischemia caused by vascular injury.
Describes a case of a 58-year-old male with a complex proximal humerus fracture.
Analyzes the implications of acute ischemia due to blunt injury to the axillary artery.
Emphasizes the need for prompt diagnosis and multidisciplinary management.
Immediate management was necessary to prevent irreversible tissue damage.
Successful intervention suggests the potential for limb preservation when acute ischemia is addressed promptly.

Haichour et al. (2026) studied this question.

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