Finite Element Analysis of Cannulated Screws as Prophylactic Intervention of Hip Fractures

Introduction The frequency of hip fractures, a major cause of morbidity and mortality for geriatric patients, is expected to increase exponentially in the next few decades. The aim of this study is to assess the ability of stainless-steel cannulated screws to reduce the risk of a femoral neck fractu...

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Main Authors: Brian Rhee, Steven M. Tommasini PhD, Kenneth Milligan MD, Julia Moulton, Michael Leslie DO, FAOA, Daniel H. Wiznia MD
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SAGE Publishing 2021-11-01
Series:Geriatric Orthopaedic Surgery & Rehabilitation
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1177/21514593211055890

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