Apparatus for bone stabilization and distraction and methods of use
US10251679B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 20, 2016 |
| Grant date | Apr 9, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 1, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/7073
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
In some embodiments, a method includes disposing a flexible band through an aperture of a support member, the support member having a fixation portion configured to secure the support member to a first bone portion. The method includes advancing a portion of the flexible band through an attachment portion of the flexible band until the flexible band is secured to a second bone portion. The method includes advancing a portion of the fixation portion of the support member into the first bone portion until the support member is secured to the first bone portion.
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