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Table 1 Assessment of three study groups

From: Cement-augmented screw fixation for calcaneal fracture treatment: a biomechanical study comparing two injectable bone substitutes

Group

Osteosynthesis

Bone cement

A

2 × 3.5-mm cortical screw and 2 × 6.5-mm cancellous screw

None

B

2 × 3.5-mm cortical screw and 2 × 6.5-mm cancellous screw

Graftys® QuickSet; calcium-deficient hydroxyapatite, slow biodegradability

C

2 × 3.5-mm cortical screw and 2 × 6.5-mm cancellous screw

Traumacem™ V+, 45% polymethylmethacrylate +40% zirconium dioxide +15% hydroxyapatite, no biodegradability