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From: QCT-based finite element prediction of pathologic fractures in proximal femora with metastatic lesions

Figure 2

QCT-based finite element model with a voxel size of 3 mm × 3 mm × 3 mm in 3D and midplanes for intact- and specimen with a simulated inferomedial lesion (from left to the right). Specimen is positioned in one-legged stance. Values of highest BV/TV are in line with the vertical force vector (grey rectangle). Destroying the cortex in this region will result in redistribution of load and premature failure.

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