Wedge osteotomy device and method of use
US10864081B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 14, 2014 |
| Grant date | Dec 15, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 22, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61L2400/18
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An orthopedic implant system includes a wedge implant. The implant includes a body having an upper surface extending generally in a first plane. The upper surface has a first plurality of longitudinal grooves and a second plurality of transverse grooves extending therealong. Portions of the upper surface extend between adjacent longitudinal grooves and transverse grooves form individual peaks. A lower surface extends generally in a second plane, parallel to the first plane. The lower surface has a third plurality of longitudinal grooves and a fourth plurality of transverse grooves extending therealong. Portions of the lower surface extend between adjacent longitudinal grooves and transverse grooves form individual peaks.
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