Systems and methods for intramedullary nail implantation
US12042200B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 24, 2021 |
| Grant date | Jul 23, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 7, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/90
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Intramedullary nails, systems, and methods. The intramedullary nail may include a generally elongate body extending from a first, distal end to a second, proximal end. The distal end may include one or more openings configured to receive one or more bone anchors that extend transversely through the distal end intramedullary nail, and thereby configured to secure the distal end of the nail. The proximal end may also include one or more openings configured to receive one or more bone anchors that extend transversely through the proximal end of the intramedullary nail, and thereby configured to secure the proximal end of the nail. In some embodiments, the proximal end may further include a cross-locking feature, which includes a second bone anchor that interlocks with a first bone anchor, for example, for enhanced bone purchase and bony fixation.
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