LI Bo, et al. The treatment of acromioclavicular joint dislocation Tossy grade III with a clavicle hook plate. [J]. Journal of Chongqing Medical University (3):315-316(2007)
LI Bo, et al. The treatment of acromioclavicular joint dislocation Tossy grade III with a clavicle hook plate. [J]. Journal of Chongqing Medical University (3):315-316(2007)DOI:
The treatment of acromioclavicular joint dislocation Tossy grade III with a clavicle hook plate
Objective:To analyze the effect of clavicular hook plate in treating complete acromioclavicular joint dislocation.Methods:31 cases with complete acromioclavicular joint dislocation were treated using CHP and its effect evaluated.All patients were followed up for 6 to 18 months with average 12months.Results:According to Karlsson grading system
22 cases were excellent
9 cases were good and no case was poor.There were no such complications as infection
breakage or loosing of the clavicle hook plate.The X-ray showed good reduction in all patients.No subluxation occurred after removal of implants.Conclusions:Clavicle hook plate
which can provide reliable fixation and allow early functional exercise
is a sound way for complete acromioclavicular joint dislocation.