Biomechanical Assessment of Three Osteosynthesis Constructs by Periprosthetic Humerus Fractures

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(a). LCP plate fixed on the humerus using 1 × 1.5 mm cerclage wires placed at the level of the 1^st hole and 2x unicortical locking screws placed at the levels of the 3^rd and 4^th holes. (b) LCP plate fixed on the humerus using 3 × 1.5 mm cerclage wires placed at the levels of the 1^st, 3^rd, and 4^th holes. (c) LCP plate fixed on the humerus using 2x locking attachment plates allowing bicortical fixation placed at the levels of the 2^nd and 4^th holes.

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