Comparison of efficacy and safety of different fixation devices for anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction
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DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000014911
Abstract: Background: Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury is a common ligament injury to the knee joint, and often lead to limited function, osteoarthritis after knee trauma, secondary damage to meniscus and cartilage, and impaired quality of… read more here.
Keywords: reconstruction; fixation; acl reconstruction; fixation devices ... See more keywords
In Silico Biomechanical Evaluation of WE43 Magnesium Plates for Mandibular Fracture Fixation
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DOI: 10.3389/fbioe.2021.803103
Abstract: Titanium fixation devices are the gold standard for the treatment of mandibular fractures; however, they present serious limitations, such as non-degradability and generation of imaging artifacts. As an alternative, biodegradable magnesium alloys have lately drawn… read more here.
Keywords: magnesium; fixation devices; mandibular fracture; fixation ... See more keywords
Deviating from the Recommended Torque on Set Screws Can Reduce the Stability and Fatigue Life of Pedicle Screw Fixation Devices
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DOI: 10.3390/medicina58060808
Abstract: Background and Objectives: Using an appropriate torque to tighten set screws ensures the long-term stability of spinal posterior fixation devices. However, the recommended torque often varies between different devices and some devices do not state… read more here.
Keywords: fixation devices; set screw; recommended torque; stability ... See more keywords