Bone fixation assembly, implants and methods of use
US11185356B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 8, 2017 |
| Grant date | Nov 30, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 17, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2002/4238
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Bone fusion system, plate system, guide, implant, kit and methods for using the bone fusion system, plate system, guide and implant are disclosed. The bone fusion system includes an alignment guide, an implant, and at least one fastener inserted through the implant. The alignment guide includes a body portion, a first lobe positioned at a first end of the body portion, a second lobe positioned at a second end of the body portion, and an extension member extending away from a first side of the body portion. The implant includes a body portion, a first arm extending away from the body portion in a first direction, a second arm extending away from the body portion in a second direction, and a third arm extending away from the body portion laterally between the first and second arms. Finally, methods for using the bone fusion system, plate system, guide and implant are disclosed.
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