Arthroscopy Techniques (Feb 2021)

Combined Coracoclavicular and Acromioclavicular Joint Reconstruction with Allograft Using a Cerclage Tensioning System

  • Joo Yeon Kim, B.A.,
  • Hee-Yon Park, B.A.,
  • Stewart Bryant, M.D.,
  • Brandon Gardner, M.D., Ph.D.,
  • Moyukh Chakrabarti, M.B.B.S.,
  • Patrick McGahan, M.D.,
  • James L. Chen, M.D., M.P.H.

Journal volume & issue
Vol. 10, no. 2
pp. e317 – e323

Abstract

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Acromioclavicular joint separations are common shoulder injuries, yet standard treatment practices vary. Popular surgical techniques include reconstruction using allografts or neighboring ligaments as well as repair using screws and sutures. This Technical Note and accompanying video describe both an acromioclavicular and coracoclavicular joint reconstruction using an allograft to replace native acromioclavicular ligament along with an AC joint reduction using a Suture Cerclage System to precisely control reduction and restore anatomic alignment.