Reconstruction of Shoulder Separation and A.C. Dislocation
Vivek Agrawal, MDThe Shoulder Center.com
AC Dislocation
• Most common in second decade
• Male: Female 5:1
• Direct force to the superior aspect of the acromion
• Fall on an outstretched hand
AC Dislocation
• Grade III Injury most controversial
• > 60 Published Techniques
• Strength of fixation
• Cyclic Failure
• Inconsistent Outcomes
AC Dislocation
• Relatively low volume procedure for most surgeons
• Review reliable technique for both acute and chronic injuries
Acute Technique
Acute Technique
Acute Technique
Acute Technique
Acute Technique
Chronic Technique
Chronic Technique
Chronic Technique.
Chronic Technique
Chronic Technique
Chronic Technique
Chronic Technique
Chronic Technique
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