External dynamic bone fixation device
US4919119A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | May 16, 1986 |
| Grant date | Apr 24, 1990 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 16, 2006 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/6425
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An external fixation device for the fixation of a broken joint includes first and second fixation rods connected to bone pins intended to be introduced into the bone, and an articulating portion joining the two rods. One of the two fixation rods is connected to a sliding block that slides within the housing of the articulating portion upon a sliding surface having a virtual axis. The articulating portion housing is provided with viewing lines on its cover for accurately sighting the location of the articulation axis of the prosthetic joint.
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