Rockwood type III is the most common type of acromioclavicular joint dislocation: A prospective cohort study investigating the incidence and epidemiology of acute acromioclavicular joint dislocations in an urban population.

Kristine Bramsen HaugaardKlaus BakKristoffer SeemPer HölmichKristoffer Weisskirchner Barfod

Published in: Shoulder & elbow (2022)

Rockwood type III was the most common type of AC joint dislocation constituting 55.7% of the injuries. The incidence was 19.3 per 100,000 PYRS. Young and middle-aged males were at highest risk and most injuries occurred during sports.

Keyphrases

type iii
middle aged
risk factors
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respiratory failure
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aortic dissection
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mechanical ventilation