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Pedicle subtraction osteotomy in the thoracic spine and thoracolumbar junction: a retrospective series of 28 cases
Pedicle subtraction osteotomy is a well-described surgical technique for treatment of kyphotic deformity in the spine. It is not widely used for treatment of thoracic kyphosis. We present the first documented ...
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Analysis of tool wear and residual stress of CVD diamond coated cemented carbide tools in the machining of aluminium silicon alloys
Aluminium alloys have found increasing applications in the automotive and aeronautical industries in recent years. Due to their extraordinary properties however, the machining of these alloys still poses diffi...
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The Effect of Masterbatch Addition on the Mechanical, Thermal, Optical and Surface Properties of Poly(lactic acid)
There has been considerable interest in the use of the biodegradable polymer poly(lactic acid) (PLA) as a replacement for petroleum derived polymers due to ease of processability and its high mechanical streng...
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Irish National Joint Registry: a concept
Despite the well-documented benefits, some countries have yet to agree on the establishment of a national joint register. A questionnaire study was undertaken to ascertain the opinions of the consultant orthop...