Single column locking plate fixation is inadequate in two column acetabular fractures. A biomechanical analysis

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>The objective of this study was to determine whether one can achieve stable fixation of a two column (transverse) acetabular fracture by only fixing a single column with a locking plate and unicortical locking screws. We hypothesized...

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Main Authors: Bellino Michael J, Leucht Philipp, Lindsey Derek P, Lee Arthur T, Khajavi Kiarash, Giori Nicholas J
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2010-05-01
Series:Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research
Online Access:http://www.josr-online.com/content/5/1/30

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