HighlightsSeptic arthritis of the facet joint is rare and often has an atypical presentation.Early clinical diagnosis is therefore elusive.Magnetic Resonance Imaging and blood culture are useful in the diagnosis.Conservative treatment with prolonged sensitive antibiotics is curative.

HighlightsThis is a unique case report of femoral stem dislodgement while attempting closed manipulative reduction for a dislocated Exeter total hip replacement.It is rare and unusual case.