Seven patients (eight elbows) with osteochondritis dissecans were trea
ted with cancellous bone grafts and internal fixation of the fragment
using a Herbert screw. Average follow-up was 32 months. All patients w
ere pain-free and returned to previous sporting activities. The postop
erative range of motion of the elbow increased by an average of 18 deg
rees. Radiographs showed complete reossification of the capitular cyst
and normaly contoured joint surface.