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Implant types and manufacturer
| Implant type (manufacturer) | Frequency | Material | Percentage (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Periarticular distal lateral femoral locking plate (Zimmer) |
57 |
Stainless steel |
51.4 |
| Periloc (Smith and Nephew) |
25 |
Stainless steel |
22.5 |
| Locked compression plate (Synthes) |
21 |
Stainless steel |
18.9 |
| LISS (Synthes) | 8 | Titanium | 7.2 |
