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Coracoclavicular ligament

Ligament of the shoulder

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Structure

The coracoclavicular ligament connects the clavicle to the coracoid process of the scapula. It is not part of the acromioclavicular joint articulation, but is usually described with it, since it keeps the clavicle in contact with the acromion. It consists of two fasciculi, the trapezoid ligament in front, and the conoid ligament behind. These ligaments are in relation, in front, with the subclavius muscle and the deltoid muscle; behind, with the trapezius.

Variation

The insertions of the coracoclavicular ligament can occur in slightly different places in different people. It may contain three fascicles rather than two.

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