Open Versus Arthroscopic Assisted Treatment of Acute Acromioclavicular Joint Disruption Using Suture Button Device

Launched by ASSIUT UNIVERSITY · Aug 25, 2023

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying two different surgical methods to treat a specific type of shoulder injury called acromioclavicular joint dislocation, which can happen when the collarbone is pushed out of its normal position. The researchers want to compare how well these two methods work: one is an open surgery, and the other is a less invasive procedure called arthroscopic surgery, both using a special device called a suture button to help repair the joint.

To participate in this trial, individuals need to be between the ages of 16 and 60 and have a confirmed diagnosis of a certain type of joint dislocation that is unstable. They must also have had their injury for less than three weeks and be willing to follow up for at least a year after the surgery. If you or someone you know meets these criteria, joining this study could provide valuable information about which surgical method might work better for treating this kind of injury. The trial is not yet recruiting participants, but it aims to help improve treatment options for future patients.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Age of 16 to 60 years
• • Definite radiographic diagnosis of isolated Rockwood type IIIb(unstable), IV and type v acromioclavicular joint dislocation
• • Time from injury to operation \< 3 weeks
• • Patient with complete at least 12-month follow-up assessments
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • . Age outside the range
• • Open injury, old injury (≥ 3 weeks since injury)
• • Injury caused by other diseases (tendinitis, metabolic, et al.), concurrent shoulder osteoarthritis, arthropathy or any fracture
• • Any previous operation of the injured limb
• • Incomplete data or follow-up \< 12 months