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2018
Journal Article
Titel
Biomechanical evaluation of hybrid double plate osteosynthesis using a locking plate and an inverted third tubular plate for the treatment of proximal humeral fractures
Alternative
Biomechanische Bewertung der hybriden Doppelplattenosteosynthese unter Verwendung einer Verriegelungsplatte und einer umgekehrten dritten Rohrplatte zur Behandlung proximaler Oberarmfrakturen
Abstract
Treating proximal humerus fractures can be challenging because of large metaphysealdefects that conceal anatomical landmarks. In such cases, medial cortical support with, for example, calcar screws, is mandatory. Nevertheless, varus dislocations and implant failures in patients with impaired bone quality persist. Thus, the need for effective treatment of these patients exists. Hybrid double plate osteosynthesis was introduced as an alternative, yielding similar results as calcar screws. However, a biomechanical comparison of the stability ofthese two techniques is pending.
Author(s)
Schleifenbaum, Stefan
Universität Leipzig, Orthopädische Klinik und Poliklinik, Labor für Biomechanik
Josten, Christoph
Universität Leipzig, Orthopädische Klinik und Poliklinik, Labor für Biomechanik