Biomechanical analysis of orthogonal and unilateral locking plate constructs in a fracture gap model
The results of this study demonstrate objective biomechanical advantages of OP compared to UP. Based on these results, orthogonal plating can be considered when increased fixation strength and stiffness are warranted.
Authors
- Peter Gilbert
- Peter J. Welsh (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7104-8114)
- Lloyd Smith (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7759-3292)
- Adam M. Nylund
- Nick A. Smith
Institutions
- Washington State University (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Veterinary Surgery
- Published
- 2025-02-19
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1111/vsu.14206
- Citations
- 2
- Primary Topic
- Bone fractures and treatments
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 2.71
Funders
- Arthrex