Modified anatomical reconstruction for symptomatic chronic acromioclavicular joint disruption: surgical technique and case reports

• Main Authors: Mohd Sabari, Qiuzi Iqbal, Goh, Kian Liang, Awang, Shukrimi, Mohd Yusof, Nazri, Che Ahmad, Aminudin
• Format: Conference or Workshop Item
• Language: English; English
• Published: 2011
• Subjects: RD701 Orthopedics
• Online Access: http://irep.iium.edu.my/31553/1/ACJ_reconstruction.pdf; http://irep.iium.edu.my/31553/3/Modified_Anatomical_Reconstruction_for_Symptomatic_Chronic.pdf; http://irep.iium.edu.my/31553/
• Institution: Universiti Islam Antarabangsa Malaysia

Acromioclavicular joint (AC) separations are common injuries seen in orthopedics and sports trauma practices; and accounting for 9% of all injuries to the shoulder girdle. Management of AC joint problems is dictated by the severity and chronicity of the injury as well as the patient's needs and...