Treatment of complete acromioclavicular separations with a modified Weaver and Dunn technique

Tech Hand Up Extrem Surg. 2008 Mar;12(1):59-64. doi: 10.1097/BTH.0b013e318159076a.

Abstract

The purpose of this article is to describe the indications, operative technique, and postoperative rehabilitation protocol for treatment of complete acromioclavicular separations. A modified Weaver and Dunn technique is described, with a detailed harvesting procedure of the coracoacromial ligament, along with a wafer of bone for anatomical reconstruction of the coracoclavicular ligaments. A suture anchor is used to provide temporary stability to the acromioclavicular joint while the transferred coracoacromial ligament heals in the new position.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Acromioclavicular Joint / injuries*
  • Acromioclavicular Joint / surgery*
  • Acromion / transplantation
  • Clavicle / surgery
  • Humans
  • Ligaments, Articular / surgery
  • Orthopedic Procedures / methods*
  • Suture Anchors