The Pullout Performance of Pedicle Screws

• Main Authors: Demir, Teyfik (Author), Basgül, Cemile (Author)
• Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
• Format: Electronic eBook
• Language: English
• Published: Cham : Springer International Publishing : Imprint: Springer, 2015.
• Series: SpringerBriefs in Applied Sciences and Technology,
• Subjects: Engineering.; Continuum mechanics.; Biomedical engineering.; Biomaterials.; Biomedical Engineering.; Continuum Mechanics and Mechanics of Materials.

This brief book systematically discusses all subjects that affect the pullout strength of pedicle screws. These screws are used in spinal surgeries to stabilize the spine. The holding strength of the pedicle screw is vital since loosening of the pedicle screws can cause revision surgeries. Once the...