2011 Volume 60 Issue 1 Pages 55-60
We evaluated the clinical and radiological results of internal fixation with AO clavicle hook plate for the treatment of acromioclavicular joint dislocation of Tossy Grade III and V. Ten patients were reviewed in the study. There were nine males and one female aged 51 to 75 years old (average 32 years old). Mid-term outcome with a mean follow-up of 35 months was evaluated using the JSS score system. Radiological examination of reductive status after surgery and stress X-rays of the shoulder girdle were radiologically examined postoperatively. The average JSS score was 93.4. There were complications included re-subluxation in two (20%) and acrominal bone erosion in six (60%). To prevent subluxation after removal of the implant, we recommend over-reduction of AC joint and to reduce the possibility of bone absorption, we emphasize the importance of checking the implant position and size.
