Successful closed reduction of refractured wrist with a bent volar distal radius plate.

A case is presented of a 78-year-old woman who sustained a re-fracture of the distal radius after initial fixation with a volar locking plate. The fracture was located in the mid-portion of the volar plate with palmar apex bending of the plate and signs of median nerve compression. A successful closed reduction was performed without hardware failure.

Volar percutaneous transtrapezial fixation of scaphoid waist fractures: surgical technique.

Percutaneous screw fixation of scaphoid fractures has gained popularity over the years. The disadvantages of a long period of cast immobilisation are avoided and this technique allows a more rapid return to work and sports activities than conservative treatment. Consequently, percutaneous screw fixation is appealing for the young and active population.

Recurrent posttraumatic posterior dislocation of the hip. A case report and review of the literature.

We present the case of a 53-year-old male patient who presented with recurrent posttraumatic posterior hip dislocations, Epstein-Thompson type 1. No specific abnormality or pre-existing pathology was found. After closed reduction and rapid mobilization the patient was discharged from our institution.