Adjustable suture button construct
US10076407B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 3, 2017 |
| Grant date | Sep 18, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 3, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2002/0882
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An adjustable construct for fixation of a tendon or ligament graft in a tunnel. The construct comprises a flexible, adjustable loop connected to tissue (for example, graft, ligament or tendon). The adjustable loop may be integrated with an additional tissue supporting device (for example, a wedge or a plug). The tissue is secured within a bone socket/tunnel by adjusting the length of the flexible adjustable loop.
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