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Orthopedic cable retension device and methods of production and use thereof

US11266452B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Assignee

DePuy Synthes Products, Inc. · US

Inventors

Kenneth Kobayashi · West Chester, US
Troy Probst · West Chester, US
Eric Lui · Royersford, US

Key dates

Filing date	Jun 3, 2020
Grant date	Mar 8, 2022
Priority date	—
Expiry date	Jun 3, 2040

Classification

Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
CPC primaryA61B2017/681
WIPO fieldMedical technology
WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Retension compression devices are disclosed that are formed of an elastic material that is compressed prior to use. The retension compression devices are designed for utilization with orthopedic cable to maintain tension in the orthopedic cable upon placement periprosthetically. Assemblies, systems, and kits containing same, as well as methods of production and use thereof, are also disclosed.

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