Comparison of Torsional Strengths of Bioabsorbable Screws for Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction.

Authors :: Costi, John J.
Kelly, Andrew J.
Hearn, Trevor C.
Martin, David K.
Source :: American Journal of Sports Medicine. Sep/Oct2001, Vol. 29 Issue 5, p575. 6p. 6 Black and White Photographs, 4 Charts.
Publication Year :: 2001
Abstract: Focuses on a study which compared the torsional strengths of bioabsorbable screws for anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. Materials and methods; Modes of failure among bioabsorbable screws; Effect of screw diameter on torsional strengths.

Subjects :: *BONE screws
*ANTERIOR cruciate ligament surgery
*ORTHOPEDIC apparatus
*SCIENTIFIC apparatus & instruments

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