Resection Arthroplasty of the Sternoclavicular Joint to Treat Dislocation of the Sternoclavicular Joint
- VernacularTitle:切除性胸锁关节成形术治疗胸锁关节脱位
- Author:
Xiaosheng LIN
;
Yuanxi LIU
;
Fusheng TAN
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- From:
Orthopedic Journal of China
2001;8(3):228-229
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
To investigate the possibility of resection arthroplasty of the sternoclavicular joint in treatment of dislocation of this joint.Methods:Five patients who had had resection arthroplasty of the sternoclavicular joint and in whom the costoclavicular ligament had to be reconstructed,follow-up averaged 1.8 years.Results:The average duration of follow-up were 1.8 years.All of the patients had an excellent result,no cases had infection、pain and abnormalities.Conclusion:We believe that resection arthroplasty of the sternoclavicular joint and preservation reconstruction of the costoclavicular joint is essential,and it is a satisfactory and safe way for the treatment of dislocation of the sternoclavicular joint.
