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Method and apparatus for orthopedic fixation

US10022135B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 23, 2017
Grant dateJul 17, 2018
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Expiry dateMay 23, 2037

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B2090/062
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A dual reconstructive wire system for use with an anatomy can include a first guide wire, a second guide wire, a first guide instrument, a first cannulated insertion instrument, and a second cannulated insertion instrument. The first guide wire can pass through the first cannulated insertion instrument such that a first end and a second end of the first guide wire extends beyond the first end and the second end, respectively of the first cannulated insertion instrument. The second guide wire can pass through the second cannulation insertion instrument such that a first end and a second end of the second guide wire extends beyond the first end and the second end, respectively of the second cannulated insertion instrument.

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