Bone fixation devices, systems, kits, and methods
US12310640B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 6, 2022 |
| Grant date | May 27, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 4, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/8655
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Various temporary fixation devices, fixation systems and kits, and methods of fixing a bone plate to a bone are described. A temporary fixation device includes a wire member and a retaining member. The wire member has a proximal end, a distal end, a flange disposed between the proximal end and the distal end, a first portion extending from the proximal end to the flange and defining a first outer diameter, and a second portion extending from the distal end toward the flange and defining a second outer diameter and a second portion outer surface. The retaining member defines an inner passageway and can be disposed on the second portion of the wire member such that the retaining member is movable along the second portion of the wire member, from the distal end to the flange. The elongate member comprises a first material and the stopping member comprises a second material that is different from the first material.
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