Journal Published Online: 01 May 1992
Volume 20, Issue 3

Comparison of Materials for Staple Pull-Out Tests

CODEN: JTEVAB

Abstract

Maximum pull-out forces of 16 mm bridge width staples of 10, 15, 20, and 25 mm leg length were tested in cadaver femoral metaphyseal bone. Pull-out force was related to leg length, but there was a very wide standard deviation. A plastic composite bone and beech hardwood were tested as substitutes and found to be unsuitable. A balsa wood composite was found to provide more reproducible results and is recommended for staple testing.

Author Information

Thomas, AMC
The Research and Teaching Centre, Royal Orthopaedic Hospital, Woodlands, Northfield, Birmingham, United Kingdom
Pynsent, PB
The Research and Teaching Centre, Royal Orthopaedic Hospital, Woodlands, Northfield, Birmingham, United Kingdom
McCombe, PF
The Research and Teaching Centre, Royal Orthopaedic Hospital, Woodlands, Northfield, Birmingham, United Kingdom
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Stock #: JTE11717J
ISSN: 0090-3973
DOI: 10.1520/JTE11717J