Device for producing a hole in a bone
US4341206A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 18, 1979 |
| Grant date | Jul 27, 1982 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 18, 1999 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2090/062
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A tool for forming a stepped blind hole in bone for receipt of a fracture reducing and stabilizing surgical implant. The tool comprises a small diameter drill portion axially adjustable with respect to a larger diameter reamer portion. A conical portion includes cutting surfaces to chamfer the entrance of the hole and also includes non-cutting portions which serve to limit penetration of the tool into the bone. The tool is cannulated to allow its use in conjunction with a previously installed Kirschner guide wire.
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