Bilateral Asymmetrical Traumatic Sternoclavicular Joint Dislocations
Journal Title: Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal - Year 2012, Vol 12, Issue 4
Abstract
Unilateral and bilateral sternoclavicular joint (SCJ) dislocations are rare injuries. Te difculty in assessing this condition often leads to delay in diagnosis and treatment. We report a rare case of bilateral asymmetrical traumatic SCJ dislocations in a 45-year-old male. Te right anterior SCJ dislocation was reduced in the emergency room (ER) and resulted in residual instability. Te left posterior SCJ dislocation was asymptomatic and unnoticed for six months. It is important for ER physicians and orthopaedic surgeons to be able identify and treat this condition. All suspected SCJ dislocations should be evaluated by computed tomography (CT) scan for confrmation of the diagnosis and evaluation of both SCJs. Posterior SCJ dislocation is a potentially fatal injury and should not be overlooked due to the presence of other injuries. Surgical intervention is often necessary in acute and old cases.
Authors and Affiliations
Mohammed K. Albarrag| King Fahad Central Hospital, Jizan, Saudi Arabia
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