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AJSM October 2021 Podcast: Coracoid or Clavicle Fractures Associated With Coracoclavicular Ligament Reconstruction

AJSM October 2021 Podcast: Coracoid or Clavicle Fractures Associated With Coracoclavicular Ligament Reconstruction

FromAmerican Journal of Sports Medicine


AJSM October 2021 Podcast: Coracoid or Clavicle Fractures Associated With Coracoclavicular Ligament Reconstruction

FromAmerican Journal of Sports Medicine

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Length:
15 minutes
Released:
Sep 27, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Coracoclavicular (CC) ligament reconstruction is a commonly performed procedure for high-grade acromioclavicular (AC) joint separations. Although distal clavicle and coracoid process fractures represent potential complications, they have been described in only case reports and small case series. In conclusion, fracture of the distal clavicle or coracoid process after CC ligament repair or reconstruction is a rare but serious complication that can occur independent of bone tunnels created during the index procedure. Fractures associated with CC ligament procedures occurred at a rate of 2.46 per 100 cases. Most patients were ultimately treated surgically with open reduction and internal fixation or revision CC ligament reconstruction. Although the majority of patients with intraoperative or postoperative fractures regained full range of motion, complications such as anterior shoulder pain, AC joint asymmetry, and activity-related weakness were common sequelae resulting in physical limitations and separation from military service.   Click here to read the article.
Released:
Sep 27, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

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