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A fracture of the end of the humerus bone that enters the elbow joint can be treated with or without surgery. Surgery can either 1) Try to realign the bone for improved function or 2) Replace the entire elbow with a metal and plastic prosthesis.

There are advantages and disadvantages of each treatment option. The more healthy and active you are, the more likely you will choose surgery to realign the bone. If you are ill or inactive, you might prefer nonoperative treatment or an elbow replacement.

This decision aid is designed to help patients aged 65 years or greater decide their preferred treatment for their fracture of the distal humerus. It provides you with the harms and benefits of each treatment. If you’re unsure, your doctor can help you choose the best treatment for you.

At the end you can print this decision aid. This way you can go over it again and discuss everything with people you trust.

 How was this decision aid created?


This decision aid is written by:
S. Fischerauer,, T. Teunis and D. Ring.

Version 17-05-16.

All authors indicated to have no conflict of interests associated with this decision aid. Completed ICMJE Conflict of Interest Forms of all authors and PatientPlus employees are on file and can be viewed on request.

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Please note that this decision aid was developed in 2016. Newer information may have become available since then. Please talk to your healthcare provider if you want to learn more about information and treatment options that are applicable to you.

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