Sacroiliac fusion system
US11737882B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 23, 2020 |
| Grant date | Aug 29, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 12, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2002/30995
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Methods and apparatuses for performing an orthopedic procedure in the sacroiliac region are disclosed. In one form, an aperture is formed that at least partially extends through at least one of an ilium and a sacrum. An undercutting system is inserted into the aperture. The undercutting system may include an insertion apparatus, a probe assembly, and a cutting assembly. The probe assembly is moved with respect to the insertion apparatus from a retracted position to an extended position. The probe assembly is manipulated within a joint between the ilium and the sacrum while the probe assembly is in the extended position. The cutting assembly is moved with respect to the insertion apparatus from a retracted position to an extended position. The cutting assembly is manipulated within the joint between the ilium and the sacrum while the cutting assembly is in the extended position to form a fusion region.
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