Guided punch for talar augments
US10159501B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 14, 2014 |
| Grant date | Dec 25, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 24, 2035 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/564
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A guided punch is disclosed. The guided punch generally comprises a strike cap comprising a strike surface, a punch comprising a distal cutting edge, and a guide rod. The strike cap defines a first cavity therein. The punch defines a second cavity therein in communication with the first cavity. The guide rod is located within the first and second cavities and extends a predetermined distance beyond the distal cutting edge of the punch. The strike cap and the punch are moveable relative to the guide rod.
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