Distal radial fracture set and method for repairing distal radial fractures
US5006120A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 10, 1989 |
| Grant date | Apr 9, 1991 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 10, 2009 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S606/902
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A bone fixation set for the treatment of distal radial fractures is provided. The device includes a plate having countersunk bone screw holes and a blade constructed for placement in the capitate of the radius. A method for implanting the bone fixation set is also provided.
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