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I have a completely fractured clavicle should i get surgery?

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If completely fract-: Ured clavicle means displaced fx, then most of the trauma surgeons would recommend having it fixed, to coapt the fragments, aiding in quicker healing of the fx, and making it possible for having more of a normal shoulder function, after it has healed. Some surgeons do not recommend surgery at all in over 90% of such fractures. If its an open fx, then surgery is recommended definitely.

Answered 1/6/2014

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Dr. Amir Khan answered

See orthopedist: See an orthopedist for options. Surgery is advised if the fracture meets certain criteria.

Answered 7/25/2017

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Dr. Steven Sheskier answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Surgery

Depends: In past never recommended surgery for clavicle fractures. With time there are certain subtypes of displaced clavicle fractures that do better with surgery. You trade a bump on the bone where the clavicle heals for a scar where the surgery was in some cases. See an orthopedic surgeon and go over your options and see which type you have and the prognosis.

Answered 11/28/2017

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