Abstract
The results of 7 patients (5 males and 2 females) with Grade 3 acromioclavicular dislocation who underwent modified Neviaser’s procedure using the Wolter clavicular plate were reviewed after a minimum 5 year follow up. In this study, the outcomes of all cases were evaluated using Kawabe’s scoring system and JOA shoulder rating system. All the patients were graded as “Excellent” according to Kawabe’s scoring, and were rated as 100 points with the JOA score. Osteoarthritic changes of the acromioclavicular joint did not progress in any cases. Thus, the satisfactory long-term clinical results were obtained. By using the Wolter clavicular plate as a temporary fixator of the acromioclavicular joint in the modified Neviaser’s procedure, secure reduction and rigid fixation of the joint can be obtained.
