Acromioclavicular Joint Reconstruction with Double-Bundle Constructs Provide Improved Maintenance of Reduction but Comparable Clinical Outcomes Versus Single-Bundle Constructs

Treatment of acute acromioclavicular (AC) joint separations is dependent on a variety of factors including severity, acuity, patient demographics, activity level, and surgeon preferences. For more severe or unstable separations (Rockwood types IIIB, IV, V, and VI), surgical intervention is typically recommended. Over 160 surgical techniques have been described, but none have emerged as a gold standard. Arthroscopic-assisted or all-arthroscopic fixation of the coracoclavicular (CC) ligaments with suture buttons has become increasingly popular due to lower complication rates compared to more rigid fixation.

Source: Arthroscopy - Journal of Arthroscopic and Related Surgery - April 29, 2024 Category: Surgery Authors: Michelle Xiao, Geoffrey D. Abrams Tags: Editorial Commentary Source Type: research