Apparatus and method for tendon or ligament repair
US6083244A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 12, 1997 |
| Grant date | Jul 4, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 12, 2017 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2002/0888
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A device and method for repairing a torn tendon or ligament wherein three incisions are made. A suture is passed from one side of the tear to the other. The suture is tightened to achieve an abutting relationship between the two sides and is secured. A similar product is also shown for use with a flexible suture for repairing bones.
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