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The limited contact dynamic compression plate (LC-DCP)

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To realize the new concept of biological internal fixation the limited contact dynamic compression plate was developed. It minimizes vascular damage to the plated bone segment. It should lead to a more versatile and efficient application of internal fixation using plates.

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  1. Laboratory for Experimental Surgery, Swiss Research Institute, CH-7270, Davos-Platz, Switzerland

    S. M. Perren, K. Mane, O. Pohler, M. Predieri, S. Steinemann & E. Gautier

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Perren, S.M., Mane, K., Pohler, O. et al. The limited contact dynamic compression plate (LC-DCP). Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 109, 304–310 (1990). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00636166

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