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Shoulder Surgery - Acromioclavicular Joint Excision |
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for operation: ACJ arthritis
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Anaesthetic:
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General Anaesthetic with an interscalene block (Fully asleep with a
local anaesthetic injection into the side of the neck will numb the nerves to the
shoulder for post-operative pain relief)
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Operation type:
Arthroscopic |
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Incisions:
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3 ½ cm incisions will be made in the shoulder, one to the back, one at
the side and one at the front of the shoulder.
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Procedure: |
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The gleno-humeral (shoulder) joint will be inspected first followed by
the subacromial bursa and the rotator cuff. A soft tissue shaving device will be
used to clear any scar tissue away. A bone-shaving device will be used to shape
the underside of the acromion (the bone at the top of the shoulder) and remove any
excess bone. The same shaver will then be used to remove the acromioclavicular joint
and the outer and of the clavicle.
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Wound Closure:
Small butterfly paper stitches will be used to close the wounds.
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Dressings:
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Elastoplast dressings will be placed over the top of the paper stitches
and an adhesive bandage over the top of this.
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Immediate aftercare:
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A sling will be placed on the arm and it may feel numb for
the rest of the day. You can go home when you feel comfortable and will be given
instructions on what to do next.
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