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Systems and methods for joint replacement

US10206714B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 26, 2017
Grant dateFeb 19, 2019
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Expiry dateOct 26, 2037

Classification

  • 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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