Out of one hundred and sixty-two femoral neck fractures, twelve reopera-tive cases were analysed and discussed relating to the causes of the reopera-tion. The twelve patients were consisted of eleven females and one male. The age distribution ranged from 60 years to 72 years, average age being 65 years. The internal fixations were performed by Smith-Petersen nail, multiple pinning with K-wires, hip plate and A-O screw.
Most important factor required reoperation was a poor reduction of the fracture. Other factors leading to reoperation were early weight bearing and inadequate selection of the fixation materials.