Geology

Nonunion

Conservative treatment

Psychotherapist

Displacement (psychology)

Surgery

Psychology

Geotechnical engineering

Clavicle

Malunion

Fracture (geology)

Medicine

Journal of the Korean Shoulder-Elbow Society

Midshaft clavicle fractures are the most common fracture of the clavicle accounting for 80% of all clavicle fractures. Traditionally, midshaft clavicle fractures are treated with conservative treatment even when prominent displacement is observed; however, recent studies revealed that nonunion or malunion rate may be higher with conservative treatment. Moreover, recent studies have shown better functional results and patient satisfaction with surgical treatment. This review article provides a review of clavicle anatomy, describes the current clavicle fracture classification system, and outlines various treatment options including current surgical options for clavicle fracture in adults.

Current concepts in the treatment of midshaft clavicle fractures in adults