Systems and methods for orthopedic implant fixation
US12251320B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 3, 2022 |
| Grant date | Mar 18, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 28, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2/442
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A personalized fixation system includes a surgical planning software tool configured to adjust relationships of relevant anatomy of a subject, at least one bone anchor, a plate having a shape that does not conform to a single plane, the plate configured to accept the at least one bone anchor, wherein the shape of the plate is at least partially determined by the surgical planning software tool, and wherein the plate includes at least one node having a hole configured to receive the at least one bone anchor, and a locking element configured to connect the at least one bone anchor to the plate, wherein the plate is manufactured using additive manufacturing.
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