Dorsal subscapularis approach for the surgical drainage of subscapularis intramuscular abscess: a case report.

Background: Abscess formation in the subscapularis muscle is a rare clinical condition. Few reports are available regarding the treatment methods and surgical approaches for subscapularis intramuscular abscesses. Here, we describe a case of subscapularis intramuscular abscess that was treated successfully via surgical drainage using a new approach, the "dorsal subscapularis approach".

Clavicle fracture at the suture hole after acromioclavicular joint reconstruction using a suture-button: a case report.

Background: Intraosseous suture-button devices have been used for acromioclavicular joint reconstruction due to its relative simplicity compared with other procedures. However, the complications of acromioclavicular joint reconstruction using a suture-button are not fully understood. Here, we describe a case of a clavicle fracture at the suture hole following acromioclavicular joint reconstruction using a suture-button and hook plate.