Osteochondral flake fractures in children

Only few articles on osteochondral flake fractures in children have been pu blished. Diagnostic tools have been improved over the past decades, but sti ll, diagnosis of severe osteochondral defects may be delayed. The presented case report describes the different techniques currently being available f or the diagnosis of osteochondral flake fractures. The different therapeuti c options for the treatment of osteochondral flake fractures in children ar e discussed based on the current literature. This article demonstrates the necessity to consider severe injuries, even if impressive clinical symptoms are lacking.