Expandable implant with worm gear
US12403015B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 7, 2021 |
| Grant date | Sep 2, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 26, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2002/30784
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An expandable device comprising, a body defining a bore, a shaft received in the bore of the body, an end plate coupled to the shaft, wherein rotation of the shaft translates the end plate with respect to the body, and a locking mechanism engaged with the shaft so as to permit the shaft to rotate in a first direction and apply a resistance force to resist the shaft when attempting to rotate in a second direction.
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