OBJECTIVE:To explore the lessons of plate fixation failure and the experiences of retreatment. METHODS:Computer-based online search of CNKl,CBM,VlP,Wiley,Elsevier,Springer and Kluwer databases were performed with of "plate,failure,breakage" to retrieve literature (1999/2008). RESULTS:The risks of plate fixation failure were hidden in the whole procedure of fracture treatment and rehabilitation course. The integrated evaluation and composite methods should be used in retreatment. CONCLUSION:Strict interal fixation indication,resonable internal/external fixation methods should be emphasized on fracure treatment. Precise principles understanding,perfect operative skills,biological osteosynthesis methods should be emphasized on plate implanting. A step-by-step rehabilitation course and regular follow-up should be emphasized on post-operation. A bone graft plus vascularized periosteal flap transplanting method would greatly increase the bone union rate in retreatment.