Osteotome with inflatable portion and multiwire articulation
US11986229B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 17, 2020 |
| Grant date | May 21, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 28, 2041 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M25/0136
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Devices used to treat tissue, including treatment of vertebral bone fractures, are disclosed. The devices may be configured to displace bone tissue using an expandable member, such as a balloon. The devices may further include a handle having a rotatable grip configured to apply a tension force to a plurality of pull wires to articulate a distal portion of the devices.
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