Joint repair system
US10433890B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 25, 2017 |
| Grant date | Oct 8, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 25, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2002/0858
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A joint stabilization (reduction) system and associated methods and tools for placement of the system in an open or minimally invasive technique. The joint stabilization system includes a flexible prosthetic band for stabilizing the bones in proper position and a connector mechanism for joining the two ends of the prosthetic band around the bones. One end of the prosthetic band can be permanently attached to the connector.
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