Method for creating a tensionable and lockable suture anchor array for anatomical attachment of tissue to bone
US11382612B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 15, 2021 |
| Grant date | Jul 12, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 15, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2090/037
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Methods for creating high-density arrays of suture stiches through a tendon into bone for reattachment of a torn tendon, particularly a rotator cuff tendon. The method includes providing a pre-strung plurality of anchors, each anchor having at least one passage therethrough with a continuous length of suture slidably and serially threaded through the at least one passage of each anchor. Each of the anchors further includes a locking assembly for locking the suture within the individual anchor. A first anchor is implanted through the tendon and the suture is locked. A second anchor is implanted a selected close distance from the first anchor, then applying tension to the suture extending from the first anchor and passing through the second anchor the second anchor is locked to create a single suture tensioned and locked stitch between the first and second anchor. This process is repeated for each anchor in the array.
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