Case-based Approach to the Management of AC Joint Injuries – An International Perspective (2021 Annual Meeting)-Case-based Approach to the Management of AC Joint Injuries

Case-based Approach to the Management of AC Joint Injuries - An International Perspective-Arce

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Video Summary

In this video, the speaker discusses the treatment of acromioclavicular (AC) joint dislocations. The speaker mentions being part of a shoulder committee and a consensus meeting to establish guidelines for AC joint disorders. They discuss different types of grade 3 AC joint dislocations and the difficulty in deciding between surgical and non-surgical treatment in the acute setting. The speaker emphasizes the importance of surgical anatomy and the use of new devices for better surgical outcomes. They describe a surgical technique that involves using an internal brace and an allograft in acute AC joint dislocations. The speaker also mentions the use of x-rays and the AC joint instability score for follow-up assessments. They state that early treatment of AC joint dislocations can lead to better results with minimal complications. The speaker concludes by expressing their gratitude and sending regards to the audience. No specific credits were mentioned in the video.

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Dr. Guillermo Arce

Keywords

AC joint dislocations

surgical anatomy

internal brace

allograft

x-rays