About this trial
The aim of this study is to compare the clinical and radiographical outcome of patients treated by coracoclavicular ligaments reconstruction associated with acromioclavicular ligament reconstruction versus coracoclavicular ligaments reconstruction acromioclavicular temporary k wire fixation in management of Acute AC dislocation Rockwood type (III\&VI).
* Number of patients (20) * Type of disease (AC dislocation Rockwood type (III\&VI) * follow up period (6 months) * type of study: this is a clinical research study
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
Age at least 18 years old.
Acute AC dislocation Rockwood type VI.
Acute AC dislocation Rockwood type III patients with pre-injury high level of activity (work or athletic activity).
Patient is fit for surgery.
Disqualifiers
Chronic AC dislocation.
AC dislocation Rockwood type (I, II, IV and VI).
Previous surgery to the same shoulder, degenerative changes of the glenohumeral joint, shoulder infections, and concomitant neurologic diseases.
Associated neurological disorders in the affected limb.
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- coracoclavicular ligaments reconstruction associated with acromioclavicular ligament reconstruction
- coracoclavicular ligaments reconstruction with acromioclavicular temporary k wire fixation
Treatment groups
Locations
Sponsors and collaborators
Benha University
Lead sponsor
Shebin El-Kom Teaching Hospital
Sponsor institution