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Gutbrod et al: Ex vivo biomechanical evaluation of 2.4 mm LCP plate rod constructs versus 2.7 mm LCP applied to the feline tibia
Veterinary Surgery 4, 2024

🔍 Key Findings

  • 2.4 mm LCP with a 1.6 mm IM pin had the highest axial stiffness and yield strength among the tested constructs.
  • Axial stiffness was significantly higher in the 2.4 mm LCP + 1.6 mm IM pin group compared to 2.7 mm LCP alone (p = .013).
  • No significant difference in torsional stiffness was found among groups.
  • 2.4 mm LCP + 1.0 mm pin had the lowest stiffness and failure load, underperforming both other constructs.
  • All constructs failed via valgus bending, consistent with clinical observations in feline tibial fractures.
  • A 1.6 mm pin (~50% canal fill) resulted in superior construct performance vs. 1.0 mm (~30% fill).
  • Group 2 (2.4 LCP + 1.6 mm pin) outperformed the 2.7 mm LCP alone in stiffness, despite using a smaller plate.
  • Plate–rod constructs may better preserve periosteal blood supply and support minimally invasive stabilization strategies.

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Gutbrod et al: Ex vivo biomechanical evaluation of 2.4 mm LCP plate rod constructs versus 2.7 mm LCP applied to the feline tibia
Veterinary Surgery 4, 2024

🔍 Key Findings

  • 2.4 mm LCP with a 1.6 mm IM pin had the highest axial stiffness and yield strength among the tested constructs.
  • Axial stiffness was significantly higher in the 2.4 mm LCP + 1.6 mm IM pin group compared to 2.7 mm LCP alone (p = .013).
  • No significant difference in torsional stiffness was found among groups.
  • 2.4 mm LCP + 1.0 mm pin had the lowest stiffness and failure load, underperforming both other constructs.
  • All constructs failed via valgus bending, consistent with clinical observations in feline tibial fractures.
  • A 1.6 mm pin (~50% canal fill) resulted in superior construct performance vs. 1.0 mm (~30% fill).
  • Group 2 (2.4 LCP + 1.6 mm pin) outperformed the 2.7 mm LCP alone in stiffness, despite using a smaller plate.
  • Plate–rod constructs may better preserve periosteal blood supply and support minimally invasive stabilization strategies.

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Multiple Choice Questions on this study

In Gutbrod 2024 et al., on feline tibial stabilization, what was the mode of failure in all biomechanical tests across constructs?

A. Torsional break at screw holes
B. Cracking of plate ends
C. Implant breakage
D. Bone splitting at metaphysis
E. Valgus (lateral) bending

Answer: Valgus (lateral) bending

Explanation: This failure mode mirrored clinical complications in feline tibial fractures.
In Gutbrod 2024 et al., on feline tibial stabilization, what intramedullary pin diameter was associated with the highest biomechanical performance?

A. 1.0 mm (30% fill)
B. 1.2 mm (40% fill)
C. 1.6 mm (50% fill)
D. 2.0 mm (60% fill)
E. No pin used

Answer: 1.6 mm (50% fill)

Explanation: Group 2 used a 1.6 mm pin filling ~50% of the tibial canal, yielding superior stiffness.
In Gutbrod 2024 et al., on feline tibial stabilization, how did the 2.4 mm LCP + 1.0 mm pin construct perform compared to others?

A. Best in all metrics
B. Equal to the 2.7 mm LCP
C. Lowest stiffness and axial force
D. Failed via screw pullout
E. Worst torsional but best axial performance

Answer: Lowest stiffness and axial force

Explanation: Group 1 had significantly inferior yield point and failure load versus groups 2 and 3.
In Gutbrod 2024 et al., on feline tibial stabilization, which construct demonstrated the highest axial stiffness?

A. 2.4 mm LCP + 1.0 mm pin
B. 2.7 mm LCP alone
C. 2.4 mm LCP + 1.6 mm pin
D. 2.0 mm DCP + 1.6 mm pin
E. 2.0 mm LCP + 1.0 mm pin

Answer: 2.4 mm LCP + 1.6 mm pin

Explanation: Group 2 (2.4 mm LCP + 1.6 mm pin) showed the greatest stiffness and yield point under axial loading.
In Gutbrod 2024 et al., on feline tibial stabilization, why might plate–rod constructs be preferred for feline tibial fractures?

A. They are more cost-effective
B. They simplify screw placement
C. They mimic natural bone curvature
D. They allow shorter surgical times
E. They better preserve periosteal blood supply

Answer: They better preserve periosteal blood supply

Explanation: Plate–rod methods facilitate minimally invasive fixation and preserve biological healing potential.

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