Fractured coracoid process in acromioclavicular dislocations. Report of four cases and review of the literature.

Abstract

Acromioclavicular (AC) dislocation with a concomitant coracoid process fracture occurs infrequently. This fracture should be suspected with all AC dislocations occurring in the first three decades of life. An axillary lateral radiograph or tomogram often is needed to detect the fracture. Surgical treatment can produce good results, but equally satisfactory function with minimal residual cosmetic deformity may be achieved by nonsurgical measures.

• Authors: T N Bernard Jr, M E Brunet, R J Haddad Jr
• Journal: Clinical orthopaedics and related research (Clin Orthop Relat Res) Issue 175 Pg. 227-32 (May 1983) ISSN: 0009-921X [Print] United States
• PMID: 6839593 (Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)

Topics

• Acromioclavicular Joint (injuries)
• Adolescent
• Adult
• Fractures, Bone (complications, diagnostic imaging)
• Humans
• Joint Dislocations (complications)
• Male
• Radiography
• Scapula (injuries)