Table 2.
Maximum forces measured in shear testing with mean and standard deviation (SD).
| Implant | Mean [N] | SD [N] |
|---|---|---|
| K-wire | 119.96 | 4.43 |
| Cancellous bone screw | 204.84 | 36.98 |
| MAGNEZIX pin | 159.69 | 4.94 |
| Zinc pin | 166.56 | 15.14 |
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