Use of a periosteal flap in the surgical management of rupture of the acromioclavicular joint capsule and ligament. Preliminary report
Sánta, S.; Varga, Z.; Tasnády, Z.
Magyar Traumatologia Orthopaedia Es Helyreallito Sebeszet 32(1): 51-54
1989
ISSN/ISBN: 0025-0317 PMID: 2566720 Document Number: 342358
Authors use in the treatment of acromioclavicular joint dislocations to increase the safety of the ligament sutures a periosteal flap, gained from the clavicle. The use of the periosteal flap to increase the strength of the acromioclavicular ligament sutures is described. In case of fixing the joint with a tension band the suspension of the cerclage on a screw for an easier removal is suggested.