Arthroscopic distal clavicle excision in acromio-clavicular arthritis

Introduction: Resection of the distal aspect of clavicle has a well-documented treatment modality in case of acromioclavicular joint osteoarthritis resistant to conservative treatment. Material & Methods: In this study, the author prospectively evaluated the results of arthroscopically distal clavicle excision in AC joint osteoarthritis resistant to conservative treatment for 20 patients. All patients had symptomatic ACJ osteoarthritis resistant to conservative treatment at time of surgery. All patients have been followed up for six months and were evaluated by using the ASES (American shoulder and elbow score) and Constant Shoulder Score (CSS) as well, either before surgery or final follow-up period for pain and functional results, respectively.

Author(s): Hazem Said Ibrahim Elhadad

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