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Surgical treatment for acromioclavicular joint osteoarthritis: patient selection, surgical options, complications, and outcome

Authors: Salvatore Docimo Jr., Dellene Kornitsky, Bennett Futterman, David E. Elkowitz

Published in: Current Reviews in Musculoskeletal Medicine | Issue 2/2008

Abstract

Osteoarthritis is one of the most common causes of pain originating from the acromioclavicular (AC) joint. An awareness of appropriate diagnostic techniques is necessary in order to localize clinical symptoms to the AC joint. Initial treatments for AC joint osteoarthritis, which include non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) and corticosteroids, are recommended prior to surgical interventions. Distal clavicle excision, the main surgical treatment option, can be performed by various surgical approaches, such as open procedures, direct arthroscopic, and indirect arthroscopic techniques. When choosing the best surgical option, factors such as avoidance of AC ligament damage, clavicular instability, and post-operative pain must be considered. This article examines patient selection, complications, and outcomes of surgical treatment options for AC joint osteoarthritis.

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Title: Surgical treatment for acromioclavicular joint osteoarthritis: patient selection, surgical options, complications, and outcome
Authors: Salvatore Docimo Jr.
Dellene Kornitsky
Bennett Futterman
David E. Elkowitz
Publication date: 01-06-2008
Publisher: Humana Press Inc
Published in: Current Reviews in Musculoskeletal Medicine / Issue 2/2008
Electronic ISSN: 1935-9748
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s12178-008-9024-5

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