Isolated avulsion fracture of lesser tuberosity of the humerus: Review of the literature and report of two cases

摘要

Two cases of acute isolated avulsion fracture of the lesser tuberosity of the humerus and their short-term outcome are presented with a review of previously reported cases. Open reduction and internal fixation was performed. Outcomes were excellent, and the patients regained their normal pain-free shoulder function 3 months after the operation. This was a Level IV study.Keywords: Fracture, shoulder, tuberculum, tuberosity