Intramedullary Stabilization of Extraarticular Proximal Tibial Fractures: A Biomechanical Comparison of Intramedullary and Extramedullary Implants Including a New Proximal Tibia Nail (PTN)

Abstract

Given the parameters of this investigation, the new PTN would theoretically provide the same mechanical stability as the DPO in axial loading. Higher stability in axial loading may be present when compared to the LISS or the ExFix. Further clinical investigation of this implant will determine its usefulness among proximal tibial fixation devices.