Humeral shaft fractures (HSF) represent 3% of fractures of the locomotor apparatus, the mid-third section of the shaft being the most commonly affected. In the majority of cases, it is treated by non-surgical methods, but surgical indications in HSF are increasingly being adopted. The diversity of opinions makes it difficult to reach a consensus regarding to the type of osteosynthesis, surgical technique, and quantity and quality of the synthesis materials to be used. It would appear that specialists are far from reaching a consensus as to the best method for the surgical treatment of HSF. We believe that less invasive methods, which favor relative stability, are the most appropriate methods, as the most feared complications are less frequent.
Humeral fractures; Classification; Treatment; Orthopedic surgery; Fractures fixation, internal
