Archives of orthopaedic and trauma surgery
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Arch Orthop Trauma Surg · Apr 2007
Use of the AO hook-plate for treatment of unstable fractures of the distal clavicle.
We used a new internal fixative implant, the AO clavicle hook-plate, for treatment of unstable fractures of the distal clavicle. This study describes the operative procedure and the clinical results obtained, as well as discussion of the advantages and problems encountered. ⋯ AO clavicle hook-plates are useful fixative implants for unstable fractures of the distal clavicle. Static fixation was achieved and physiotherapy can be started immediately after surgery. Early removal of the implant is recommended however because hooks inserted under the acromion migrated into the bone in most cases.