Arthrodesis devices for generating and applying compression within joints
US11000319B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 29, 2019 |
| Grant date | May 11, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 25, 2039 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/00867
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Arthrodesis devices and arthrodesis procedures are disclosed herein. In an embodiment, an arthrodesis device includes a shape memory material connecting member attached to two points of fixation.
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