Desarrollo de un modelo numérico aplicando fundamentos biomecánicos para sanar fractura de coronoides del codo utilizando fijación con tres tornillos de titanio

Abstract

The elbow fracture is one of the main limitations that provides the stability of the humeral joint. This fracture type can be an isolated finding after elbow dislocation or part of a terrible elbow triad. Elbow dislocation is a common injury, accounting for 10% of injuries to that joint. Usually caused by sports or car accidents. The most frequent complications are stiffness and instability. This paper presents the development of a new numerical model of the forearm (radius and ulna) to evaluate the fixation process of cancellous Titanium screws. The design of the screws was performed according to the established standards. Additionally, the fixation of the screws was developed according to the clinical case of a young male who had previously suffered a fracture in this biological system. It should be note that the position of the screws is identical to the aforementioned clinical case. Holes to fix the screws were produced in the biomodel of the elbow, providing reliability in the evaluation (since it is a model identical to real life). The results obtained in this research are reliable and functional for future analyses.