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Congenital Pseudoarthrosis of the Clavicle in a Softball Player

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Congenital pseudarthrosis of the clavicle remains remarkably rare, and the pathogenesis is unclear, but orthopaedic surgeons should be prepared to make this diagnosis and confident in the outcomes of open reduction and internal fixation with grafting. A 15-year-old female softball player presented with anterior shoulder pain during softball activities, with no precipitating trauma. She was diagnosed with congenital pseudarthrosis of the clavicle and initially treated conservatively. Following no improvement with physical therapy, home therapy, rest, and anti-inflammatory drugs, she was treated with open reduction and internal fixation of the clavicle with iliac crest autograft and demineralized bone matrix allograft.

Source: JAAOS Global Research and Reviews

DOI: 10.5435/jaaosglobal-d-24-00015

Authors: Kevin T. Root, Keegan M. Hones, Kevin W. Farmer

Institutions: University of Florida Health, University of Florida

Language: English

Topic: Shoulder and Clavicle Injuries

Subfield: Epidemiology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,650