Systems and methods for joint replacement
US10206714B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 26, 2017 |
| Grant date | Feb 19, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 26, 2037 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2090/067
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Systems and methods for joint replacement are provided. The systems and methods include a surgical orientation device and at least one orthopedic fixture. The surgical orientation device and orthopedic fixtures can be used to locate the orientation of an axis in the body, to adjust an orientation of a cutting plane or planes along a bony surface, to distract a joint, or to otherwise assist in an orthopedic procedure or procedures.
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