Traumatic Sternoclavicular Dislocations in Athletes: Diagnosis, Indications for Surgical Reconstruction, and Guide
Leah Brown1, Lisa M Tamburini2
1Banner Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, University of Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix, 7400 North Dobson Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85256, USA.
Abstract:
Injuries to the sternoclavicular (SC) joint are rare, however, when they occur prompt recognition, evaluation, and treatment are crucial. SC joint injuries can occur following high-energy mechanisms such as motor vehicle collisions and contact sports. Injury to the SC joint can be evaluated with the use of plain radiographs as well as computed tomography. If an injury to the SC joint is suspected, injury to vital mediastinal structures must be evaluated. SC joint dislocations can be treated by either closed reduction or open reduction and stabilization. Many stabilization methods have been described including plate stabilization and ligament reconstruction.
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