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Numerical investigation of mechanical effects caused by various fixation positions on a new radius intramedullary nail

A. ÇelikMechanical Engineering Department, Engineering Faculty, Atatürk University, 25240Erzurum, Turkey
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H. KovacıMechanical Engineering Department, Engineering Faculty, Atatürk University, 25240Erzurum, TurkeyCorrespondence[email protected]
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G. SakaDepartment of Orthopedic, Ümraniye Research and Education Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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İ. KaymazMechanical Engineering Department, Engineering Faculty, Atatürk University, 25240Erzurum, Turkey
Pages 316-324 | Received 21 Dec 2012, Accepted 02 Apr 2013, Published online: 20 May 2013

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