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Optimum stability in an internal fixation of a fracture is obtained by equally distributing the compression forces over the whole fracture region. An asymmetric distribution of compression forces (Fig. 53) on the other hand can lead to a lower stability than if the ends of the fracture had simply been butted without any compression being applied, even in spite of considerable interfragmental pressure produced by the fixation.
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Schmoker, R. (1976). Experimental Studies on the Effect of Rigidity Using an Excentric Dynamic Compression Plate (EDCP). In: Spiessl, B. (eds) New Concepts in Maxillofacial Bone Surgery. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-66484-7_6
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