Finite element analysis of mechanical stress in a cementless tapered-wedge short stem in the varus position

Abstract Background In recent years, the use of tapered-wedge short stems has increased due to their ability to preserve bones and tendons. Surgical techniques occasionally result in a varus position of the stem, which is particularly pronounced in short stems. Although the varus position is not cli...

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Main Authors: Takahiro Maeda, Osamu Obayashi, Muneaki Ishijima, Taichi Sato, Yoshiro Musha, Hiroyasu Ikegami
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2024-07-01
Series:Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13018-024-04856-z
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