Acromioclavicular joint injury - type V

Case contributed by Bruno Di Muzio
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Fall off bicycle. Left shoulder injury.

Patient Data

Age: 45 years
Gender: Unknown

Left shoulder

x-ray

There is an acromioclavicular injury with the elevation of the clavicle doubling the coracoclavicular distance (grade V); local edema. No evidence of fractures.

Case Discussion

Acromioclavicular joint injuries are common and range from a mild sprain to complete disruption of the acromioclavicular joint (ACJ) and injury to surrounding structures.

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