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Guided punch for talar augments

US11696773B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 16, 2020
Grant dateJul 11, 2023
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Expiry dateOct 22, 2041

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B2017/564
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A guided punch is disclosed. The guided punch generally comprises a strike cap comprising a strike surface, a punch comprising a distal cutting edge, and a guide rod. The strike cap defines a first cavity therein. The punch defines a second cavity therein in communication with the first cavity. The guide rod is located within the first and second cavities and extends a predetermined distance beyond the distal cutting edge of the punch. The strike cap and the punch are moveable relative to the guide rod.

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