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Implant Failure or Loss of Reduction, Including Those Requiring Revision Surgery
| Implant Failure | Cases (n) | Incidence (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 44 | 5.9 |
| Osteotomy | ||
| Transverse | 11 | 22.4 |
| Chevron | 33 | 4.8 |
| Fixation | ||
| TBW alone | 29 | 6.1 |
| Cancellous screw and TBW | 8 | 4.5 |
| Cancellous screw alone | 3 | 7.7 |
| Plate and screw | 4 | 7.4 |
Includes only outcomes explicitly stated in studies.
TBW, tension band wire.
