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Biomechanical properties of new mini compression screws

Chinh Nguyen, Dishan Singh, Mark Harrison

    Foot & Ankle International
    |June 3, 2009
    PubMed
    Summary

    Headed mini compression screws, including cortical and cancellous types, offer superior compression forces compared to headless screws in both bone types. Avoid fully countersinking headless screws to maintain compression.

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