Functional outcome of acromioclavicular joint disruption treated using anchor sutures

Author(s): Dr. Raju H Kulkarni and Dr. Sharan Chennur

Abstract: The Acromioclavicular joint is a diarthrodial articulation which is stabilized by a combination of dynamic muscular and static ligamentous structures. Conservative management is done for Rockwood type 1 and 2 Acromioclavicular joint disruption. Operative management is being done for Rockwood types 3, 4, 5 and 6. The debate about the ideal surgical procedure for Acromioclavicular joint disruption is still unresolved and newer techniques are being evolved continuously. We studied 20 patients who underwent Acromioclavicular joint reconstruction using anchor sutures. Patients were evaluated at pre op and post op follow up period with serial radiography and Constant Murley score was used for functional assessment. The average Constant Murley score used to evaluate the functional outcome showed results to be excellent in 75% of patients, good in 15% of patients, fair in 5% of patients and poor in 5% of patients. Acromioclavicular joint reconstruction using suture anchor technique is a relatively simple technique with good functional outcome and pain relief leading to improved quality of life.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.22271/ortho.2021.v7.i4j.2954