Operative anatomic reconstruction of the injured acromioclavicular joint leads to very good clinicofunctional outcomes. The operative technique plays only a minor role in achieving these outcomes. The rate of complications is low for all operative techniques listed here. Demanding patients and multimedia education of patients are the reasons for a majority of operated patients in this study (97 %).

Rehabilitation and patient satisfaction following a modified anterolateral approach for implantation of a total hip replacement (THR) were reviewed following 72 consecutive cases. The Harris Hip and Merle d'Aubigné Scores were recorded at 6 and 12 weeks postoperatively. The patient's satisfaction with regard to the surgical result and the need for analgesia for mobilization were recorded. Rehabilitation was assessed by postoperative crutch use.Significant improvements of the Harris Hip and Merle d'Aubigné scores were demonstrated. All patients thought their surgical outcome was good or better. 2 patients needed pain medicine on an irregular basis and 4 patients used crutches at 12 weeks. This study demonstrates patient satisfaction and satisfactory rehabilitation following a modified antero-lateral approach for minimally-invasive implantation of THR.

Early diagnosis and colonoscopic decompressions play a key role in the therapy for Ogilvie's syndrome. In case of a failure of conservative treatment or peritonism, an early laparotomy and coecostomy are necessary.