Clinical outcomes of a combined osteoligamentous reconstruction technique of Neer Type IIB distal clavicle fractures.

ABSTRACT

PURPOSE: To evaluate outcomes for a combined osteoligamentous reconstruction technique for Neer Type IIB clavicle fractures. METHODS: Patients with Neer Type IIB clavicle fractures treated with combined clavicular locking plate and coracoclavicular ligament suture reconstruction were identified. Demographics, clinical outcomes, and radiographic outcomes were collected. RESULTS: Twenty-four patients with mean 13 months of follow-up were included. Bony union and normal radiographic coracoclavicular relationship were achieved in 23 (96%) patients. The mean UCLA Shoulder score was 33.3. Three (13%) complications occurred. DISCUSSION: The combined osteoligamentous reconstruction approach as described is a successful option for treating Neer Type IIB clavicle fractures.