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Coracoclavicular stabilization using a suture anchor technique.

Darren J Friedman1, O Alton Barron, Louis Catalano

  • 1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, St. Luke's Roosevelt Hospital Center, New York, NY 10025, USA. djfortho@hotmail.com

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Suture anchors offer a reliable method for coracoclavicular stabilization in acromioclavicular (AC) joint separations and distal clavicle fractures. This technique demonstrates good outcomes with minimal complications in compliant patients.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Sports Medicine
  • Traumatology

Background:

  • Coracoclavicular stabilization techniques often present challenges.
  • Hardware removal is frequently required with existing methods.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy of suture anchors for coracoclavicular stabilization.
  • To assess outcomes for acromioclavicular (AC) joint separations and distal clavicle fractures.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of 24 patients undergoing coracoclavicular stabilization with suture anchors.
  • Inclusion criteria: Type III/V AC joint separation or Group II/Type II/V distal clavicle fracture.
  • Follow-up duration: Minimum 24 months (mean 39 months).

Main Results:

  • 18 of 22 patients achieved full strength and painless range of motion (ROM) by 3 months and final follow-up.
  • Four patients experienced early complications, potentially due to noncompliance.
  • Two patients with complications required reoperation and remained asymptomatic.

Conclusions:

  • Suture anchor coracoclavicular stabilization is a safe and effective technique.
  • This method is suitable for treating AC joint separations and specific distal clavicle fractures.
  • Patient compliance is a key factor for successful outcomes.