Shape memory implants and a method and apparatus for the loading and implanting thereof
US11523820B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 29, 2020 |
| Grant date | Dec 13, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 10, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/0645
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An orthopedic fixation system includes an implant and an implant insertion device. The implant transitions between a natural shape and an insertion shape. The implant includes a bridge defining a slot with a first end and a second end and first and second anchoring members extending from the bridge. The implant insertion device moves between a loaded position and an unloaded position. The implant insertion device in its loaded position inserts through the slot of the bridge and engages the bridge at the first and second ends of the slot such that the implant insertion device constrains the implant in its insertion shape. The implant insertion device in its unloaded position releases the implant.
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