Development and biomechanical evaluation of a new biodegradable intramedullary implant for osteosynthesis of midshaft fractures of small hollow bones

摘要

BACKGROUND: Up to date there is no intramedullary, biodegradable osteosynthesis commercially available to treat non-comminuted midshaft fractures of small hollow bones applying not only a stable osteosynthesis but an additional axial compression to the fracture site.