
Abstract
In the management of proximal humeral fractures intramedullary implants with bent and straight shape of the proximal part of nail are available. Based on data from previous studies on bone distribution in the humeral head, we hypothesized, that higher densities might exist in the bone stock surrounding straight nails in comparison to their angulated counterparts. With a known positive correlation between bone density and mechanical stability, this could indicate potentially higher rigidity of osteosyntheses done with straight implants.
Item Type: | Journal article |
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Form of publication: | Publisher's Version |
Keywords: | Bent vs. straight proximal humeral nails; Bone stock; Reduce risk of implant failure |
Faculties: | Medicine |
Subjects: | 600 Technology > 610 Medicine and health |
URN: | urn:nbn:de:bvb:19-epub-24182-0 |
ISSN: | 1754-9493 |
Language: | English |
Item ID: | 24182 |
Date Deposited: | 17. Mar 2015, 11:23 |
Last Modified: | 04. Nov 2020, 13:05 |