AC Joint Dislocation, Case 3: TightRope Fixation

Study AC Joint Dislocation, Case 3: TightRope Fixation through an immersive first-person surgical case from the Bone Reconstruction channel on Surgie. The module focuses on case-based procedural narration, shoulder and acromioclavicular joint anatomy review, and fluoroscopic positioning concepts.

Procedure Overview

The case is organized for structured review of surgical anatomy, procedural sequencing, instrument handling, reduction or reconstruction strategy, implant positioning, and intraoperative verification. Expert narration connects the visual field with the decisions documented during the procedure.

What You Will Observe

• Case-based procedural narration
• Shoulder and acromioclavicular joint anatomy review
• Fluoroscopic positioning concepts
• Skin marking and minimally invasive approach planning
• Clavicle and coracoid exposure strategy
• Coracoid and clavicular drilling sequence

Key Technical Decisions

• Coracoid and clavicular drilling sequence
• TightRope suture and button passage workflow
• Fluoroscopic confirmation points
• Technical pearls and potential pitfalls for educational review

Learning Format

First-person operative footage, surgeon-led narration, and case-based visual review designed to support preparation before supervised clinical training.

Educational notice: This content supports professional education and does not replace formal training, institutional protocols, patient-specific planning, or supervised clinical judgment.