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Functional outcome of open acromioclavicular joint stabilization for instability following distal clavicle resection
Jonathan A Baxter1, Joideep Phadnis2, Paul M Robinson1
1Upper Limb Unit Wrightington Hospital, Appley Bridge, Wigan, England, WN6 9EP, United Kingdom.
Background:
Acromioclavicular joint instability following distal clavicle resection can result in considerable pain and dysfunction.
Method:
We present a review of 13 patients who underwent ACJ stabilization following one or more distal clavicle resection procedures.
Results:
The mean Quick DASH and CM scores were 26(0-57) and 73(46-100) respectively. All but one patient reported an improvement in the pain component of their CM score and in the work component of the Quick DASH score.
Discussion:
Open ACJ stabilization to treat instability following distal clavicle resection resulted in improved functional scores, pain scores and facilitated return to work in most patients.Level of evidence IV.
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