Author(s): YANG Kun, YANG Yunkang, Department of Bone and Joint Surgery, the First Affiliated Hospital of Sichuan Medical University
Pages: 115-118
Year: 2016 Issue:  1
Journal: Chinese Journal of Reparative and Reconstructive Surgery
Keyword:  Sternoclavicular joint dislocation; Surgical treatment; Internal fixation;
Abstract: Objective To summarize the research progress in the surgical treatment of sternoclavicular joint dislocation. Methods The literature on the treatment of sternoclavicular joint dislocation was reviewed, summarized, and analyzed. Results At present, the main therapy of sternoclavicular joint dislocation is operation, including the sternoclavicular joint reconstruction, the inner end of the clavicle resection, and internal fixation of the sternoclavicular joint. The internal fixation surgery is the preferred way, which is reliable fixation and in favor of early functional exercise. Conclusion It is the current focus of attention to select a reliable fixation that is accord with sternoclavicular joint anatomy and biomechanics.