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Orthopaedic Staple
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Orthopaedic Staple

Date1990-2004
Object NameStaple
MediumSteel
ClassificationsMedicine and Healthcare
Dimensions2.7 x 3cm
AcquisitionPresented in 2004 by Mr G P Ashcroft.
LocationView by Appointment
Object numberABDMS069433
About MeA lag screw is a screw that is used to obtain compression between two bony segments - interfragmentary compression. A lag screw by design consists of threads intended for bone purchase on one side of the fracture and a smaller diameter smooth shank which permits and guides interfragmentary compression beneath the screw head on the opposite side of the fracture.


Woodend Hospital (Oldmill Hospital)
1990-2004
Woodend Hospital (Oldmill Hospital)
1990-2004