Apr 15, 2025 · Sternoclavicular Dislocations are uncommon injuries to the chest that consist of traumatic or atraumatic dislocations of the sternoclavicular joint. Diagnosis can be made with plain serendipity …

Motor vehicle accident, high-impact sports Anterior or posterior dislocation of the SC joint Possible physeal injury in <25 years old Mechanism: Lateral compression of shoulder in protraction (posterior …

Traumatic posterior SC dislocations may be associated with life-threatening injuries to nearby neurovascular structures. While SC dislocations may be treated nonsurgically with closed reduction …

Posterior dislocation of the sternoclavicular joint is a rare but serious and life-threatening injury. Case reports describing injury to mediastinal structures including the trachea, esophagus, and the great …

Jul 6, 2023 · Sternoclavicular joint dislocation is a relatively uncommon injury that can be easily missed or misdiagnosed. Bilateral posterior sternoclavicular joint dislocation is particularly uncommon. The …

Nov 1, 2023 · The posterior sternoclavicular joint dislocation is a rare and potentially life-threatening injury, as massive haemorrhage can occur at the time of trauma, during reduction manoeuvres and …

In a posterior dislocation, the vital structures behind the SC joint can be compressed (squeezed), leading to life-threatening problems with breathing, choking, or blood flow from the heart to your arms …

Anterior fracture/dislocations more common than posterior and often can be treated nonoperatively. Reduction of posterior SC fracture/dislocations requires thoracic surgery on standby. …

Dec 31, 2025 · Sternoclavicular joint injuries are uncommon and can vary from a mild joint capsule sprain to serious dislocation. This article is focussed on sternoclavicular joint dislocations.

Symptoms of stridor, shortness of breath, or dysphagia, indicate aerodigestive tract injury and require immediate reduction. Also immediately reduce if evidence of vascular occlusion. Create a sterile field …