Finite Element Analysis of Different Double-Plate Angles in the Treatment of the Femoral Shaft Nonunion with No Cortical Support opposite the Primary Lateral Plate

<div>VMS distribution in five fixation systems: (a) the single-plate construct. (b) 45° double-plate construct. (c) 90° double-plate construct. (d) 135° double-plate construct. (e) 180° double-plate construct. Stresses appeared to be concentrated in middle surface of the lateral plate near the fragment of each group. Highest stress values were observed in the two locking screws closest to the fracture line.</div>

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Figure 4: Finite Element Analysis of Different Double-Plate Angles in the Treatment of the Femoral Shaft Nonunion with No Cortical Support opposite the Primary Lateral Plate 

Figure 4 | Finite Element Analysis of Different Double-Plate Angles in the Treatment of the Femoral Shaft Nonunion with No Cortical Support opposite the Primary Lateral Plate 