Operative treatment of acromioclavicular joint dislocation: a new technique with suture anchors

Objective：To evaluate clinical outcome of suture anchors in strengthening both acromioclavicular and coracoclavicular ligaments in the surgical treatment of acromioclavicular joint dislocation.Methods：Twenty-eight patients with acute traumatic Rockwood Ⅲ,Ⅳ and Ⅴ dislocations of the acromioclavicular joint surgically treated at our institute between October 2010 and January 2012 were recruited.All patients underwent open reduction combined with suture anchors.Function was evaluated using the ConstantMurley shoulder score.Clinical and radiographic shoulder ratings were evaluated using Taft criteria at 3,6 and 12 months.Results：Two cases with fixation loosening were not included in final statistical analysis.Other patients obtained full joint reposition on immediate postoperative radiographs.Follow-up was performed with an average of 15.6 months （range,12-19）.After early range of motion exercises,96.2％ of the patients （25/26） could abduct and elevate their shoulders more than 90 degrees within postoperative 3 months.There was no infection.Average Constant-Murley score was 96.3 points （range,94-100）and mean Taft shoulder rating was 10.7 points （range,8-12） at 12 months.Conclusion：The suture anchor is a relatively simple technique and can avoid screw removal which is helpful in reconstructing both acromioclavicular and coracoclavicular ligaments in acute traumatic acromioclavicular joint dislocation.     

微型万向外固定器与微型钢板治疗掌指骨关节内骨折脱位的疗效比较

Objective To compare the clinical outcome of external fixation device with Kirschner wire or fragment fixation pin with mini plate and screw fixation in treatment of metacarpal and phalangeal articular fracture dislocation. Methods From October 2002 to March 2008, 106 patients with metacarpal and phalangeal articular fracture dislocation were randomly divided into A and B group. The 53 patients in A group were treated with external fixation device with Kirschner wire or fragment fixation pin. There were thumb injury in 24 cases, fracture-dislocation of proximal interphalangeal joint(PIP) in 36 cases, fracture-dislocation of metacarpophalangeal joint (MP) in 17 cases. The 53 patients in B group were treated with mini plate and screw fixation. There were thumb injury in 22 cases, fracture-dislocation of PIP in 30 cases, fracture-dislocation of MP in 23 cases. Duncan rating criteria were used to compare finger range of motion. Results The mean follow-up of 16.8 and 17.5 months in A group and B group. According to Duncan rating criteria, there were excellent in 33 cases, good in 16, fair in 3, and poor in 1 case. The excellent and good rate was 92.5% in A group. There were excellent in 30 cases, good in 17, fair in 5, and poor in 1 case. The excellent and good rate was 88.7% in B group. In A group, 1 case of wound infection was found. The average arc of motion of thumb joint was 134°±21° while the average arc of motion of other fingers was 248°±19°. In B group, no wound infection occurred. The average arc of motion of thumb joint was 122°±18° while the average arc of motion of other fingers was 225°±17°. Conclusion External fixation device with Kirschner wire or fragment fixation pin was better than the application of mini plate and screw fixation in treatment of metacarpal and phalangeal articular fracture-dislocation.     

微型万向外固定器与微型钢板治疗掌指骨关节内骨折脱位的疗效比较

Objective To compare the clinical outcome of external fixation device with Kirschner wire or fragment fixation pin with mini plate and screw fixation in treatment of metacarpal and phalangeal articular fracture dislocation. Methods From October 2002 to March 2008, 106 patients with metacarpal and phalangeal articular fracture dislocation were randomly divided into A and B group. The 53 patients in A group were treated with external fixation device with Kirschner wire or fragment fixation pin. There were thumb injury in 24 cases, fracture-dislocation of proximal interphalangeal joint(PIP) in 36 cases, fracture-dislocation of metacarpophalangeal joint (MP) in 17 cases. The 53 patients in B group were treated with mini plate and screw fixation. There were thumb injury in 22 cases, fracture-dislocation of PIP in 30 cases, fracture-dislocation of MP in 23 cases. Duncan rating criteria were used to compare finger range of motion. Results The mean follow-up of 16.8 and 17.5 months in A group and B group. According to Duncan rating criteria, there were excellent in 33 cases, good in 16, fair in 3, and poor in 1 case. The excellent and good rate was 92.5% in A group. There were excellent in 30 cases, good in 17, fair in 5, and poor in 1 case. The excellent and good rate was 88.7% in B group. In A group, 1 case of wound infection was found. The average arc of motion of thumb joint was 134°±21° while the average arc of motion of other fingers was 248°±19°. In B group, no wound infection occurred. The average arc of motion of thumb joint was 122°±18° while the average arc of motion of other fingers was 225°±17°. Conclusion External fixation device with Kirschner wire or fragment fixation pin was better than the application of mini plate and screw fixation in treatment of metacarpal and phalangeal articular fracture-dislocation.     

ENDOBUTTON技术重建喙锁韧带治疗肩锁关节脱位

目的 探讨ENDOBUTTON技术重建喙锁韧带治疗肩锁关节脱位的临床疗效.方法 2009年4月至2010年9月采用ENDOBUTTON技术重建喙锁韧带治疗31例肩锁关节脱位患者,男29例,女2例;年龄25～66岁,平均41.7岁.按Rockwood分型:Ⅲ型4例,Ⅳ型13例,Ⅴ型14例.新鲜骨折脱位患者29例,受伤至手术时间为3～7 d,平均4.6 d;陈旧性肩锁关节脱位患者2例,受伤至手术时间为4.2～4.8个月,平均4.5个月.对视觉模拟评分(VAS)、肩关节Constant评分及并发症等进行随访研究.结果 31例患者术后获6～23个月(平均15.2个月)随访.末次随访时VAS评分为(0.2±0.4)分,与术前(5.9±2.1)分比较差异有统计学意义(t=14.39,P<0.05);Constant评分平均为(95.9±5.8)分,与术前(35.7±15.2)分比较差异有统计学意义(t=22.23,P<0.05).随访发现ENDOBUTTON钢板松动、移位1例,肩关节僵硬1例,局部皮肤麻木4例.结论 ENDOBUTTON技术具有解剖复位、持续稳定的固定、符合生物力学要求、手术创伤小、术后并发症少及无需二次手术取出等优点,应用其治疗重建喙锁韧带治疗肩锁关节脱位可获得满意疗效.

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Objective To evaluate the efficacy of reconstructing the coracoclavicular ligament using Endobutton technique for dislocations of the acromioclavicular joint. Methods From April 2009 to September 2010, 31 cases of acromioclavicular joint dislocation were treated by the Endobutton technique in our department. They were 29 males and 2 females, with a mean age of 41. 7 years old (range, 25 to 66 years). According to the Rockwood classification, there were 4 cases of type IE, 13 of type IV and 14 of type Ⅴ. Twenty-nine patients with acute dislocation underwent surgery after a mean time of 4. 6 days (range, 3 to 7 days) from injury to reconstruction. Two patients with chronic dislocation underwent surgery after a mean time of 4. 5 months (range, 4. 2 to 4. 8 months) after injury. Operation time, visual analog scale (VAS) and Constant shoulder scores, and complications of the patients were documented for analysis. Results All the patients were available for a mean follow-up of 15. 2 months (range, 6 to 23 months) . The mean VAS score of the patients was 5. 9 ± 2. 1 preoperatively, compared with 0. 2 ± 0. 4 at the final follow-up evaluation.The difference was statistically significant (t = 14. 39, P < 0. 05) . The mean Constant score was 35. 7 ± 15. 2 preoperatively, compared to 95. 9 ± 5. 8 at the final follow-up evaluation. The difference was statistically significant (t = 22. 23, P < 0. 05) . Follow-up found loosening of Endobutton plate in one case, shoulder stiffness in another and local skin numbness in 4 cases. Conclusion Endobutton technique to reconstruct the coracoclavicular ligament can achieve good outcomes in treatment of acromioclavicular joint dislocation,such as anatomical reduction, sustainable and stable fixation, consistency with bio-mechanical needs, limited invasion, fewer postoperative complications, and no need of a secondary operation to remove implants.     

Operative treatment for separation of distal tibiofibular syndesmosis

Objective: To study the influence of separation of distal tibiofibular syndesmosis on ankle joint and to compare various operative methods so as to find suitable stabilization for separated distal tibiofibular syndesmosis. Methods: From July 1997 to July 2002, we treated 87 patients (64 males and 23 females, aged 18-54 years) with separation of distal tibiofibular syndesmosis, among whom, 79 were combined with fracture of malleolus. Manipulative reduction, internal fixation with cancellous screws and external fixation with plaster support were performed on 37 patients, fixation with plate and screws for fibular fracture and fixation with cancellous screws for distal tibiofibular syndesmosis on 34 patients, and repair of the distal tibiofibular ligaments with tendon of peroneus longus, reduction of the separated distal tibiofibular syndesmosis, and fixation with cancellous screws on 16 patients. The ankle joint had been dorsiflexed for 30°when the distal tibiofibular syndesmosis was fixed with cancellous screws. And the cancellous screws were taken out at 8-10 weeks after operation. Results: These patients were followed up for at least two years. The curative effects were assessed according to the complaints of the patients and the contour, function and radiogram of the ankle joint: excellent in 55 patients (63%), good in 18 patients (21%) , and fair in 14 patients (16%). Separation of distal tibiofibular syndesmosis recurred in 2 patients, who underwent a reoperation for repairing the distal tibiofibular ligaments with tendon of peroneus longus and recovered. One cancellous screw was broken off. No necrosis developed in the anterior skin of the ankle mortise. Conclusions:Separation of distal tibiofibular syndesmosis can be treated with various reasonable operations. Repair with tendon of the peroneus longus can get excellent outcomes for complete separation of the distal tibiofibular syndesmosis.     

钩钢板治疗肩锁关节脱位术后肩峰下撞击综合征与第二肩关节间隙的关系

Objective To analyze the effect of acromio-humeral interval on the occurrence of subacromial impingement syndrome (SIS) after the clinical application of clavicular hook plate in acromioclavicular joint dislocation (Tossy Ⅲ). Methods From July 2005 to October 2008, 63 cases of acromioclavicular joint dislocation (Tossy Ⅲ) were treated with clavicular hook plate. There were 48 males and 15 females with an average age of 33.6 years (range, 21-53 years). The relationship of the acromio-humeral interval (AHI)were analysed between the two groups by X-ray measurement. The AHI and plate-humeral interval (PHI)were measured on X-ray film to detect difference between the two groups. Results After the operation, all t he 63 cases were divided into two groups according the occurrence of SIS. There were 14 cases in the group of SIS and 49 cases in the group without SIS. The mean follow-up was 12.2 (average, 6-15) months.The average AHI of was (8.5±2.1) mm and (9.7±2.6) mm in the group of SIS and the group without SIS respectively. The difference between the two groups was statistically significant. The average PHI of the group of SIS and the group without SIS was (6.1±2.8) mm and (6.8±2.4) mm respectively. There was no difference between the two groups. After removal of the clavicular hook plate, the clinical sign disappeared in the group of SIS. According the Karlsson scoring system, the excellent and good rate of the shoulder function was 100%. Conclusion The occurrence of SIS after the clinical application of clavicular hook plate has related to the width of the subacromial interval. The syndrome could be treated by the removal of clavicular hook plate.     

不稳定Hangman骨折的手术治疗

Objective To investigate the clinical effects of pedicle screw fixation in the treatment of unstable Hangman fractures. Methods From October 2001 to April 2006, 15 patients with the unstable Hangman fractures were treated by the pedicle screw fixation after skull traction and reduction through posterior cervical approach. By Levine-Edwards classification, there were 3 cases of Ⅱ type, 4 cases of ⅡA type, 8 cases of Ⅲ type. Results The mean follow-up time was 17 (3 to 30) months. Six cases of Grade D by Frankel classification recovered to Grade E. Postoperative X-rays revealed bony union in all cases. No screw loosening or obvious functional limitation of the cervical vertebrae was found. In the cases of incomplete reduction, C2, 3 fixation was performed for patients without severe dislocation, and additional CA fixation with lateral mass screw was supplemented for patients with serere dislocation. Conclusion Posterior pedicle screw fixation of C2,3 or C2-4 is an effective and safe method for treating the unstable Hangman fractures.     

不稳定Hangman骨折的手术治疗

Objective To investigate the clinical effects of pedicle screw fixation in the treatment of unstable Hangman fractures. Methods From October 2001 to April 2006, 15 patients with the unstable Hangman fractures were treated by the pedicle screw fixation after skull traction and reduction through posterior cervical approach. By Levine-Edwards classification, there were 3 cases of Ⅱ type, 4 cases of ⅡA type, 8 cases of Ⅲ type. Results The mean follow-up time was 17 (3 to 30) months. Six cases of Grade D by Frankel classification recovered to Grade E. Postoperative X-rays revealed bony union in all cases. No screw loosening or obvious functional limitation of the cervical vertebrae was found. In the cases of incomplete reduction, C2, 3 fixation was performed for patients without severe dislocation, and additional CA fixation with lateral mass screw was supplemented for patients with serere dislocation. Conclusion Posterior pedicle screw fixation of C2,3 or C2-4 is an effective and safe method for treating the unstable Hangman fractures.     

不稳定Hangman骨折的手术治疗

Objective To investigate the clinical effects of pedicle screw fixation in the treatment of unstable Hangman fractures. Methods From October 2001 to April 2006, 15 patients with the unstable Hangman fractures were treated by the pedicle screw fixation after skull traction and reduction through posterior cervical approach. By Levine-Edwards classification, there were 3 cases of Ⅱ type, 4 cases of ⅡA type, 8 cases of Ⅲ type. Results The mean follow-up time was 17 (3 to 30) months. Six cases of Grade D by Frankel classification recovered to Grade E. Postoperative X-rays revealed bony union in all cases. No screw loosening or obvious functional limitation of the cervical vertebrae was found. In the cases of incomplete reduction, C2, 3 fixation was performed for patients without severe dislocation, and additional CA fixation with lateral mass screw was supplemented for patients with serere dislocation. Conclusion Posterior pedicle screw fixation of C2,3 or C2-4 is an effective and safe method for treating the unstable Hangman fractures.     

不稳定Hangman骨折的手术治疗

Objective To investigate the clinical effects of pedicle screw fixation in the treatment of unstable Hangman fractures. Methods From October 2001 to April 2006, 15 patients with the unstable Hangman fractures were treated by the pedicle screw fixation after skull traction and reduction through posterior cervical approach. By Levine-Edwards classification, there were 3 cases of Ⅱ type, 4 cases of ⅡA type, 8 cases of Ⅲ type. Results The mean follow-up time was 17 (3 to 30) months. Six cases of Grade D by Frankel classification recovered to Grade E. Postoperative X-rays revealed bony union in all cases. No screw loosening or obvious functional limitation of the cervical vertebrae was found. In the cases of incomplete reduction, C2, 3 fixation was performed for patients without severe dislocation, and additional CA fixation with lateral mass screw was supplemented for patients with serere dislocation. Conclusion Posterior pedicle screw fixation of C2,3 or C2-4 is an effective and safe method for treating the unstable Hangman fractures.     

不稳定Hangman骨折的手术治疗

Objective To investigate the clinical effects of pedicle screw fixation in the treatment of unstable Hangman fractures. Methods From October 2001 to April 2006, 15 patients with the unstable Hangman fractures were treated by the pedicle screw fixation after skull traction and reduction through posterior cervical approach. By Levine-Edwards classification, there were 3 cases of Ⅱ type, 4 cases of ⅡA type, 8 cases of Ⅲ type. Results The mean follow-up time was 17 (3 to 30) months. Six cases of Grade D by Frankel classification recovered to Grade E. Postoperative X-rays revealed bony union in all cases. No screw loosening or obvious functional limitation of the cervical vertebrae was found. In the cases of incomplete reduction, C2, 3 fixation was performed for patients without severe dislocation, and additional CA fixation with lateral mass screw was supplemented for patients with serere dislocation. Conclusion Posterior pedicle screw fixation of C2,3 or C2-4 is an effective and safe method for treating the unstable Hangman fractures.     

Open reduction and internal fixation vs. radial head resection in treatment of Mason Ⅲ or Ⅳ radial head fractures

Objective To analyze the clinical results of open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF)vs. radial head resection (RHR) in treatment of patients with a Mason Ⅲ or Ⅳ radial head fracture.Methods We enrolled 30 patients with a Mason Ⅲ or Ⅳ radial head fracture who had been treated in our department from January 2002 to December 2008. In this study, 19 cases received ORIF and 11 cases underwent RHR. The fracture of ulna coronoid process and the medial collateral ligaments were treated at the same time. The 2 groups were compared in muscle weakness, wrist pain, joint range of motion, carrying angel and Broberg-Morrey functional rating score. Results The ORIF group was followed up for 1.0 to 5.5 years, with an average of 30 months. The RHR group was followed up for 2 to 6 years, with an average of 33 months. The postoperative wrist pain and the carrying angle were significantly increased in the RHR group( P ＜ 0.05) . Broberg-Morrey score system showed a good to excellent rate of 74% (14/19) in the ORIF group and a good to excellent rate of 64%(6/11 ) in the RHR group, with no significant difference between the 2 groups ( P = 0. 429). Conclusion In treatment of a Mason Ⅲ or Ⅳ radial head fracture, ORIF may be preferred because the radial head is preserved as far as possible so that the patient may have better prognosis.     

不稳定Hangman骨折的手术治疗

Objective To investigate the clinical effects of pedicle screw fixation in the treatment of unstable Hangman fractures. Methods From October 2001 to April 2006, 15 patients with the unstable Hangman fractures were treated by the pedicle screw fixation after skull traction and reduction through posterior cervical approach. By Levine-Edwards classification, there were 3 cases of Ⅱ type, 4 cases of ⅡA type, 8 cases of Ⅲ type. Results The mean follow-up time was 17 (3 to 30) months. Six cases of Grade D by Frankel classification recovered to Grade E. Postoperative X-rays revealed bony union in all cases. No screw loosening or obvious functional limitation of the cervical vertebrae was found. In the cases of incomplete reduction, C2, 3 fixation was performed for patients without severe dislocation, and additional CA fixation with lateral mass screw was supplemented for patients with serere dislocation. Conclusion Posterior pedicle screw fixation of C2,3 or C2-4 is an effective and safe method for treating the unstable Hangman fractures.     

不稳定Hangman骨折的手术治疗

Objective To investigate the clinical effects of pedicle screw fixation in the treatment of unstable Hangman fractures. Methods From October 2001 to April 2006, 15 patients with the unstable Hangman fractures were treated by the pedicle screw fixation after skull traction and reduction through posterior cervical approach. By Levine-Edwards classification, there were 3 cases of Ⅱ type, 4 cases of ⅡA type, 8 cases of Ⅲ type. Results The mean follow-up time was 17 (3 to 30) months. Six cases of Grade D by Frankel classification recovered to Grade E. Postoperative X-rays revealed bony union in all cases. No screw loosening or obvious functional limitation of the cervical vertebrae was found. In the cases of incomplete reduction, C2, 3 fixation was performed for patients without severe dislocation, and additional CA fixation with lateral mass screw was supplemented for patients with serere dislocation. Conclusion Posterior pedicle screw fixation of C2,3 or C2-4 is an effective and safe method for treating the unstable Hangman fractures.     

不稳定Hangman骨折的手术治疗

Objective To investigate the clinical effects of pedicle screw fixation in the treatment of unstable Hangman fractures. Methods From October 2001 to April 2006, 15 patients with the unstable Hangman fractures were treated by the pedicle screw fixation after skull traction and reduction through posterior cervical approach. By Levine-Edwards classification, there were 3 cases of Ⅱ type, 4 cases of ⅡA type, 8 cases of Ⅲ type. Results The mean follow-up time was 17 (3 to 30) months. Six cases of Grade D by Frankel classification recovered to Grade E. Postoperative X-rays revealed bony union in all cases. No screw loosening or obvious functional limitation of the cervical vertebrae was found. In the cases of incomplete reduction, C2, 3 fixation was performed for patients without severe dislocation, and additional CA fixation with lateral mass screw was supplemented for patients with serere dislocation. Conclusion Posterior pedicle screw fixation of C2,3 or C2-4 is an effective and safe method for treating the unstable Hangman fractures.     

不稳定Hangman骨折的手术治疗

Objective To investigate the clinical effects of pedicle screw fixation in the treatment of unstable Hangman fractures. Methods From October 2001 to April 2006, 15 patients with the unstable Hangman fractures were treated by the pedicle screw fixation after skull traction and reduction through posterior cervical approach. By Levine-Edwards classification, there were 3 cases of Ⅱ type, 4 cases of ⅡA type, 8 cases of Ⅲ type. Results The mean follow-up time was 17 (3 to 30) months. Six cases of Grade D by Frankel classification recovered to Grade E. Postoperative X-rays revealed bony union in all cases. No screw loosening or obvious functional limitation of the cervical vertebrae was found. In the cases of incomplete reduction, C2, 3 fixation was performed for patients without severe dislocation, and additional CA fixation with lateral mass screw was supplemented for patients with serere dislocation. Conclusion Posterior pedicle screw fixation of C2,3 or C2-4 is an effective and safe method for treating the unstable Hangman fractures.     

钩钢板治疗肩锁关节脱位术后肩峰下撞击综合征与第二肩关节间隙的关系

Objective To analyze the effect of acromio-humeral interval on the occurrence of subacromial impingement syndrome (SIS) after the clinical application of clavicular hook plate in acromioclavicular joint dislocation (Tossy Ⅲ). Methods From July 2005 to October 2008, 63 cases of acromioclavicular joint dislocation (Tossy Ⅲ) were treated with clavicular hook plate. There were 48 males and 15 females with an average age of 33.6 years (range, 21-53 years). The relationship of the acromio-humeral interval (AHI)were analysed between the two groups by X-ray measurement. The AHI and plate-humeral interval (PHI)were measured on X-ray film to detect difference between the two groups. Results After the operation, all t he 63 cases were divided into two groups according the occurrence of SIS. There were 14 cases in the group of SIS and 49 cases in the group without SIS. The mean follow-up was 12.2 (average, 6-15) months.The average AHI of was (8.5±2.1) mm and (9.7±2.6) mm in the group of SIS and the group without SIS respectively. The difference between the two groups was statistically significant. The average PHI of the group of SIS and the group without SIS was (6.1±2.8) mm and (6.8±2.4) mm respectively. There was no difference between the two groups. After removal of the clavicular hook plate, the clinical sign disappeared in the group of SIS. According the Karlsson scoring system, the excellent and good rate of the shoulder function was 100%. Conclusion The occurrence of SIS after the clinical application of clavicular hook plate has related to the width of the subacromial interval. The syndrome could be treated by the removal of clavicular hook plate.     

胸锁钩钢板内固定治疗创伤性胸锁关节前脱位的疗效观察

目的 探讨胸锁钩钢板内固定治疗创伤性胸锁关节前脱位的作用及临床疗效.方法 2002年5月至2009年10月,采用自行设计制造的胸锁钩钢板内固定治疗创伤性胸锁关节前脱位患者66例,男47例,女19例;年龄21～68岁,平均32.6岁;左侧25例,右侧41例.受伤原因:交通伤40例,压砸伤21例,摔伤5例.根据Allman分型:Ⅲ型31例,Ⅱ型35例;其中胸锁关节前脱位合并锁骨胸骨端骨折41例.受伤至手术时间3～62 d,平均7.5 d.Rockwood等胸锁关节评分标准对患者术后功能进行评价.结果 手术时间20～48 min,平均33 min;术中出血20～90ml,平均60 ml;术后无一例发生神经、血管损伤;切口均一期愈合.术后X线片及CT扫描示胸锁关节复位满意.66例患者均得到随访,随访时间12～37个月,平均17个月.末次随访时无一例患者发生胸锁关节再脱位和内固定失效.胸锁钩钢板均于术后12个月取出.Rockwood等胸锁关节评分为8～15分,平均为13.2分,其中优50例、良15例、可1例,优良率为98.5%.结论 胸锁钩钢板治疗创伤性胸锁关节前脱位手术安全,固定可靠,术后能允许肩胛带早期进行功能锻炼.

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Objective To investigate the clinical outcomes of sternoclavicular hook plate in treatment of the anterior sternoclavicular joint dislocation. Methods A new device named sternoclavicular hook plate was devised by our team. Between May 2002 and Octorber 2009, 66 patients with sternoclavicular joint anterior dislocation were treated with the new device, among whom there were 47 males and 19 females,aged 21-68 years old (average, 32.6 years old). Twenty-one cases were caused by crush injury, 5 cases by falling and 40 cases by traffic accident. Anterior fracture-dislocation was found in 41 cases. According to the Allman system, there were 35 cases of type Ⅱ and 31 cases of type Ⅲ. Patients were evaluated with serial clinical and radiographic examinations. Rockwood score were used after the operation to assess the curative effect. Results The average operative time was 33 min (range, 20-48 min). The mean blood loss was 60 ml (range, 20-90 ml). There were no vascular or peripheral nerve injuries in the patients. All incisions healed smoothly. The X-ray and CT showed that the reduction of sternoclavicular joint and the location of internal fixation were satisfactory. All the 66 patients were followed up for 12-37 months (average, 17 months). There was no internal fixation failure, redislocation or other complications. The sternoclavicular hook plate was removed 12 months after operation. The mean Rockwood's score was 13.2 (8 to 15). There were excellent in 50cases, good in 15 cases, and fair in 1 case. Conclusion The sternoclavicular hook plate is a new, safe and liable technique for sternoclavicular fracture-dislocation. This new technique is helpful for early functional exercises.     

A modified method of coracoid transposition for the treatment of complete dislocation of acromioclavicular joint

Objective:To eport a new method of coracoid transpostiton for the treatment of complete dislocation of acromioclavicular joint and to evaluate its efficacy.Methods:We modified Eewar‘s surgical method as follows:(1)Two small incisions,a transversal incision on the acromioclavicular joint and a longitudinal incision on the coracoid ,were made instead of a conventional large arc incision from the acromion to coracoid.(2)The foreign body in the acromioclavicular joint was cleared out.Thechondral surface at the lateral segment of clavicle was resected to form a pseudarthrosis and meanwhile the residual joint capsule and ligaments were repaired.(3)The coracoid was moved to the anteroinferior edge of the clavicle instead of the anterior margin and (4)the coracoid was moved to the lateral border of the clavicle instead of the superior border of the coracoclavicular ligament.Results:The follow-up duration in 30patients of the series was from6to 72months(mean41months).Functional assessment was carried out by the criteria delineated previously by Karkson,in which Grade Awas in 24 cases,Grade Bin4cases,and Cin2.Conclusions:This modified technique,having less postoperative complications and less injuries to tissues and according well with the requitement of biomechanics,can achieve a stable reduction of acromioclavicular joint with a good functional and cosmetic result and thereore is preferable to use clinically on a large scale.     

带线铆钉治疗TossyⅡ、Ⅲ型肩锁关节脱位

 目的 探讨带线铆钉治疗TossyⅡ、Ⅲ型肩锁关节脱位的疗效。
方法 2008年1月至2009年2月,治疗TossyⅡ、Ⅲ型肩锁关节脱位患者31例,男19例,女12例;年龄33～49,平均41岁;TossyⅡ型9例,Ⅲ型22例。其中新鲜肩锁关节脱位19例,陈旧性肩锁关节脱位9例,锁骨钩接骨板固定失败3例;患者均不合并骨折。手术均采用Mitek 3.0mm带线铆钉植入喙突,以不可吸收尾线穿过锁骨固定脱位,同时修复喙锁韧带或转移喙肩韧带;其中12例采用克氏针辅助固定。采用日本骨科协会（Japanese Orthopaedic Association,JOA）肩关节疾患治疗判定标准和肩锁关节脱位评分系统对术后疗效进行评价。
结果 31例患者均获得随访,随访时间11～23个月,平均17个月。单纯铆钉固定组术后JOA肩关节疾患评分为65~95分,其中优8例、良9例、可1例、差1例,优良率为89.47%（17/19）;铆钉结合克氏针固定组术后JOA肩关节疾患评分为74~97分,其中优5例、良4例、可3例,优良率为75.00%（9/12）。两组肩锁关节脱位评价系统的优良率分别为94.74%（18/19）和91.67%（11/12）。5例患者在拔除克氏针1~ 3个月后出现肩锁关节复位部分丢失,但肩关节活动范围较术后无明显变化,未进一步治疗。
结论 带线铆钉治疗T ossyⅡ、Ⅲ型肩锁关节脱位,具有手术创伤小,并发症少,避免二次手术的特点,术后疗效肯定。