Biomechanical Analysis of a spacer for knee neoplasms in terms of resection extension by means of finite elements
When knee bony tumors appear, arthrodesis is one terapeutic option after tumor block resection. The implant is composed of an intramedular nail with four interlocking pins. The whole implant is manufactured using a titanium alloy (Ti-6Al-4V). The spacer has the capability of be extended from 20 cm...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Universidad de Antioquia
2013-03-01
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| Series: | Revista Facultad de Ingeniería Universidad de Antioquia |
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| Online Access: | https://revistas.udea.edu.co/index.php/ingenieria/article/view/14779 |