The Effects of Geometrical Parameters of the Pedicle Screw on Its Pullout Strength: In-Vitro Animal Tests
Background: Pedicle screw instrumentation is one of the most commonly used forms of stabilization. Achieving solid screw fixation within the bone presents a significant challenge to spinal surgeons. Although pure pullout is not the mode of failure seen in clinical situations, pullout testing is tho...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Tehran University of Medical Sciences
2017-09-01
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Series: | Journal of Orthopedic and Spine Trauma |
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Online Access: | https://jost.tums.ac.ir/index.php/jost/article/view/84 |