Case Report: Locked Pubic Symphysis: An Open Reduction Technique

Lisa K. Cannada MD, Charles M. Reinert MD
Case Report
Volume 467, Issue 8 / August , 2009

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Abstract

A locked pubic symphysis occasionally occurs after a lateral compression injury of the pelvic ring. One pubic bone becomes entrapped behind the contralateral pubis. Lateral compression pelvic injuries are well recognized, but a lateral compression pelvic injury resulting in a locked pubic symphysis is rare. We describe a locked pubic symphysis with greater than 4 cm overlap that was reduced with simple maneuvers and readily available instruments.

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