Patella reaming system
US6277121A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 9, 1998 |
| Grant date | Aug 21, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 9, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2090/034
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An instrument for preparing a human patella for implanting a patellar prosthesis. A support member includes a quick-release base member mounted adjacent a first end of the support member. A reamer member is removably mounted on the quick-release base member. An attachment release member is resiliently mounted on the support member for movement into and out of engagement with the quick-release member and the reamer member. A stop member is adjustably mounted for limited movement on the support member to a plurality of calibrated positions for setting a controlled depth for movement of the reamer member.
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