technique and results of arthroscopic coracoclavicular reconstruction (SS-61)

Coracoclavicular Ligament Reconstruction

Operative intervention is recommended for complete acromioclavicular (AC) joint dislocation to restore AC stability, but the best operative technique is still controversial. Twelve fresh-frozen male cadaveric shoulders (average age, 62.8 7.8 years) were equally divided into endobutton versus the modified Weaver-Dunn groups. Each potted scapula and clavicle was fixed in a custom made jig to allo...

All-arthroscopic iliotibial band autograft harvesting and labral reconstruction technique.

The labrum is essential for stability, movement, and prevention of arthritis in the hip. In cases of labral damage where repair of a labral tear is not possible, reconstruction can be a useful alternative. Several different autografts have been used, including the iliotibial band (ITB), the ligamentum teres capitis, and the gracilis tendon. Authors have reported both open and arthroscopic techn...

Arthroscopic repair of subscapularis tear: Surgical technique and results.

INTRODUCTION Arthroscopic management of extensive subscapularis tendon lesions was reported more recently than for the supra- and infra-spinatus tendons. Extensive tears create technical problems requiring an extra-articular approach. The few results so far reported have been encouraging. STUDY DESIGN Surgical techniques adapted to each type of tear according to our subscapularis lesion class...

Bioabsorbable screw fixation in coracoclavicular ligament reconstruction.

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the biomechanical properties of stainless steel and bioabsorbable screw fixation of the clavicle to the base of the coracoid. Seven matched pairs of fresh frozen shoulders were prepared by removing all soft tissue except the acromioclavicular and coracoclavicular ligament complexes. The shoulders were randomly selected and fixed with 4.5-mm stainless ste...

Anatomic Coracoclavicular Reconstruction Surgical Technique For Treatment of Chronic Acromioclavicular (AC) Instabilities