[Experiences with cluster nailing of humeral shaft fractures].

From January 1, 1981 until August 31, 1983, 27 fractures of the corpus humeri were treated with bunch nailing, according to Hackethal. 23 Patients had one or more further injuries and/or accompanying diseases, which did not allow conservative therapy. Only 4 patients had nothing but a corpus humeri fracture, and only for professional reasons they asked for surgery. The operation method was secure and without complications. After a few days, exercise therapy was possible; and in the average full load capacity was reached after 6 weeks. 3-18 months after surgery 85% of the patients with aftercare (n = 18) said that the treatment brought "good" or even "very good" results; in all cases the functional and anatomic results were good.