ObjectiveTo carry out isolated and comparative evaluations of the measurements of the set
eccentric guide plates used in 4.5mm surgical implants, and to determine the effect of
these measurements on compression strength.MethodsFour eccentric guides, four large dynamic compression plates (L-DCP) from four local
manufacturers, and a Vonder® 200 mm caliper brand were used. Five
standard parameter measurements were created for the set eccentric guide-plate, which
were identified as A to E. Four sets were made, using materials of the same factory, and
identified as groups I to IV. The analyses were performed by measuring all the
parameters from a ventral view of the plate, with the eccentric guide placed in the
plate hole.ResultsGroups I and II showed the same values for all the parameters. All the groups showed
the same measurements for E = 8.15 e B = 3.60. Group III: A = 8.10mm, C = 3.25mm, D =
1.25mm. Group IV: A = 7.00mm, C = 3.10mm, D = 0.30mm. Maximum compression force was (F
Max.): Group I 80.58 N, Group. II: F Max. 81.63 N, Group. III: F Max. 36.32N, Group. IV:
F Max. 37.52NConclusionThe measurements evaluated show a lack of standardization in the manufacture of
orthopedic instruments and its effects on the values for compression strength.
Level of Evidence: Level III, analytical study.