Tensionable knotless anchors and methods of tissue repair
US11642120B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 29, 2020 |
| Grant date | May 9, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 27, 2041 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2002/0888
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Surgical devices and methods of tissue repair using tensionable knotless fixation devices. A flexible material (for example, suture or suture tape) may be attached to the fixation device. A flexible material may be threaded through an eyelet of a tip provided as part of a swivel anchor assembly to provide added stability to the fixation devices.
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