External fixation device
US4450834A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 7, 1981 |
| Grant date | May 29, 1984 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 7, 2001 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/66
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An improved external fixation device is disclosed composed of a pair of arcuate frame segments and multiple adjustment rods and pin holders, which cooperate with one another as well as plural pins extending through the soft tissue and bone of a patient to rigidly immobilize a bone fracture and permit compression, neutralization or distraction of the fracture from a location external to the body.
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