Osteolysis of the distal clavicle: Long-term results of arthroscopic resection

Acromioclavicular Joint Problems in Athletes and New Methods of Management

“…Contraindications to DCE include chronic pain from severe (grade III or higher) AC joint separations or in grade II injuries associated with hypermobility. 7,10,12,56,58 DCE may be performed either arthroscopically or as an open procedure. The advantages of the open technique include technical ease and the ability to reapproximate, imbricate, or repair the AC joint capsule, which may be of value in posttraumatic AC joint arthritis with possible occult instability.…”

Radiotherapy-Resistant Solitary Bone Plasmacytoma of the Clavicle

“…Post-traumatic osteolysis of the clavicle must always be taken under consideration as it demonstrates similar clinical, radiological and MRI characteristics to SBP [11,12]. Usually, there is a history of trauma or repetitive stress to AC joint as in weight lifters, but cases of unknown etiology have also been reported, as demonstrated on histological sections of chronic inflammation and reactive changes of the articular surface of the clavicle [13].…”

Shoulder Injuries in the Young Tennis Athlete

“…We perform an isolated distal clavicle resection as described by Flatow et al [ 27 ] from a superior approach in athletes that have no other shoulder pathology. Long-term follow-up has demonstrated excellent outcomes and comparable results to an open approach [ 121 ].…”