Surgical system and method including cerclage with loop
US11744622B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 1, 2021 |
| Grant date | Sep 5, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 22, 2041 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2/08
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
This disclosure details a surgical system and method, which is useful for treating an acromioclavicular (AC) joint. In an example, the disclosed system includes a cerclage which is provided relative to a coracoid process and which includes a loop. In that example, a clavicle is held relative to the coracoid process using a clavicle fixation assembly, which includes suture passed through the loop of the cerclage.
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