Bone fusion/fixation device and related systems and methods
US10849664B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 28, 2018 |
| Grant date | Dec 1, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 28, 2038 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/0641
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The various embodiments disclosed herein relate to bone fixation or fusion devices, including intramedullary fixation or fusion devices that are implanted around the target bone. Certain device embodiments relates to devices that can be bent or otherwise deformed to replicate the natural or desired curve of the bone or joint being treated. In addition, other embodiments relate to implantation devices that can be used to implant or position the bone fixation or fusion devices.
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