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Restoration of horizontal stability in complete acromioclavicular joint separations: surgical technique and preliminary results

Authors: Haoqing Li, Chuanshun Wang, Jiandong Wang, Kai Wu, Donghua Hang

Published in: European Journal of Medical Research | Issue 1/2013

Abstract

Background

Our purpose was to investigate the clinical efficacy of arthroscope-assisted acromioclavicular ligament reconstruction in combination with double endobutton coracoclavicular ligament reconstruction for the treatment of complete acromioclavicular joint dislocation.

Methods

During the period from February 2010 to October 2012, ten patients with Rockwood types IV and V acromioclavicular joint dislocation were hospitalized and nine were treated with acromioclavicular ligament reconstruction combined with double endobutton of coracoclavicular ligament reconstruction. The improvement in shoulder functions was assessed using a Constant score and visual analog scale (VAS) system.

Results

The mean follow-up period was 33.6 ± 5.4 months. The mean Constant scores improved from 25.2 ± 6.6 preoperatively to 92.4 ± 6.5 postoperatively, while the mean VAS score decreased from 5.9 ± 1.4 to 1.2 ± 0.9; significant differences were observed. The final follow-up revealed that excellent outcomes were achieved in eight patients and good outcome in two patients.

Conclusion

Arthroscope-assisted acromioclavicular ligament reconstruction in combination with double endobutton of coracoclavicular ligament reconstruction is an effective approach for treatment of acute complete acromioclavicular joint dislocation.

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Title: Restoration of horizontal stability in complete acromioclavicular joint separations: surgical technique and preliminary results
Authors: Haoqing Li
Chuanshun Wang
Jiandong Wang
Kai Wu
Donghua Hang
Publication date: 01-12-2013
Publisher: BioMed Central
Published in: European Journal of Medical Research / Issue 1/2013
Electronic ISSN: 2047-783X
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1186/2047-783X-18-42

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Restoration of horizontal stability in complete acromioclavicular joint separations: surgical technique and preliminary results

Abstract

Background

Methods

Results

Conclusion

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