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A Tropea¹, A Tisano², A Bruschetta³

¹Dep. of Research and Internationalization, Via C. del mare 41, 98121, Messina, Italy.

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|May 27, 2022

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This study investigated a fractured humerus treated with a locking plate implant using Finite Element (FE) analysis. The results show optimal implant stability, comparable to a healthy humerus, when properly implanted.

Keywords:

Biomechanics Finite element analysis Locking plate

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Area of Science:

Orthopedic biomechanics
Biomaterial science

Background:

Multi-fragment humeral fractures often require surgical intervention.
Osteoporosis increases fracture risk and complicates treatment.
Locking plate systems, like the AxSOS 3® Titanium, are used for complex fractures.

Purpose of the Study:

To compare the mechanical stability of a humerus with a multi-fragment fracture treated with a locking plate implant against a healthy humerus.
To evaluate the implant-bone interface and stress shielding effects.
To assess microbial adhesion on the implant material.

Main Methods:

Finite Element (FE) analysis was performed on both healthy and fractured humerus models.
Loading conditions simulated physiological forces (543 N vertical force) and rotation (52.5°).
Microbial adhesion tests were conducted on the implant material.

Main Results:

FE analysis indicated good agreement in mechanical behavior between models.
Maximum stress values were 45 MPa for the intact humerus and 113 MPa for the fractured humerus.
Higher displacements were observed in the fractured humerus; no viable bacteria were found on the implant.

Conclusions:

The locking plate implant demonstrated optimal stability in the fractured humerus.
Proper optimization of contact surfaces and screw insertion are crucial for implant success.
The implant material showed no microbial adhesion, suggesting good biocompatibility.