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case_images: Preoperative right SCJ MRI showing large intra-articular joint effusion, with a collection deep to pectoralis major insertion and cutaneous reactions suggestive of an infective process (arrow pointing to findings).. SCJ: sternoclaviclar joint
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case_images: Septic arthritis of the right SCJ was suspected, and an MRI was recommended for further evaluation (Figure 1).
case_images: Intraoperative picture of medial clavicle length of resection as marked by Kocher forceps.
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case_images: Figure 2. Following that, irrigation and debridement were carried out.
case_images: Postoperative X-ray showing the status post right medial clavicle resection
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case_images: A postoperative X-ray indicated that the patient showed significant improvement since Day 1, regained her right upper limb function daily, and scored well based on the Disability of Arm, Shoulder, and Hand (DASH) questionnaire (Figure 3).
case_images: Two months postoperative surgical wound showing good healing.
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case_images: Two months postoperatively, the patient's wound healed, and she regained full range of motion of the right shoulder with no complaints (Figure 4).