Table 1
Properties of attaching elements: diameter of element and type of material.
Elements
Diameter, mm
Material
Rods
5.5
Cobalt-chrome (Co28Cr6Mo)
Pedicle screws
7
Titanium (Ti6Al4V)
Iliac screws
7.5
Titanium (Ti6Al4V)
Connectors
-
Titanium (Ti6Al4V)