Fig. 4From: Fibular strut allograft influences reduction and outcomes after locking plate fixation of comminuted proximal humeral fractures in elderly patients: a retrospective studysurgical procedure (a, b) Holes were drilled on the fibular allograft to make the fibula easily maneuvered into position. c The fibular allograft was inserted into the cavity through the bone defect. d Without the exposure of medial calcar, the medial column could be indirectly reduced to pushing the fibular allograft upwards. e A proximal locking plate was used to fix the greater tuberosity to the humeral head. f Multiple non-absorbable sutures were passed to compress comminuted fragments to the bony defect of the proximal humerusBack to article page