Fractures of proximal humerus is still unsolved fractures in many ways.A wide variety of treatment modalities have been used for these fractures.The Proximal humeral internal locking system (PHILOS) plate xation provides greater angular stability than do conventional implants.The aim of the study is to assess the functional outcome of proximal humerus fractures treated with PHILOS plating.To recognize any associated complications.This was a prospective study conducted fron August 2020 to February 2021 in our hospital with 5-6 month follow up. We include skeletally matured patients with proximal humerus fractures with displacement >1cm and varus angulation of >45*.The outcome was assessed using Neer's scoring system and recorded before treatment and on follow up at 1st month, 2nd month, 4th month and 6th month. Fracture healing assessed by consecutive radiographs.As per Neer's classication system, there were (11.32%)1 part, (35.85%)2 part, (32.08%)3 part and (20.75%)4 part fractures. Average surgical duration was 90+\- 15min. Radiological union was seen at 12+\- 4 weeks.Among all the cases 13.2%cases had excellent results,69.8% had satisfactory results and 11.3% had unsatisfactory results.PHILOS plating has a good functional outcome for proximal humerus fractures in skeletally matured patients.
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