Cartilage removal tool and method
US11006967B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 9, 2018 |
| Grant date | May 18, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 9, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/1735
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An instrument for use in cartilage removal comprises an elongate body having a first end and a longitudinal axis having a longitudinal direction. A cartilage removal portion is coupled to the elongate body at the first end. The cartilage removal portion includes a plurality of serrated blades substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis and adapted for removing material while moving in the longitudinal direction. Each serrated blade has a centroid located along the longitudinal axis.
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