Clavicular anatomy is variable and this has implications when osteosynthesis is undertaken especially while using the newer generation pre-contoured anatomical plates. This study aimed to examine the anatomy of the clavicle and its variations. One hundred and forty three clavicles of unknown origin were analysed. Photographs were taken of each clavicle. A scale and electronic callipers were used to determine specific dimensions from six predefined areas of the bone. The length, diameters of the acromial and sternal heads, the diameter of the mid-clavicular segment and depths of both the medial and lateral curvatures were obtained.Purpose
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