Suture lock having non-through bore capture zone
US7033379B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 10, 2002 |
| Grant date | Apr 25, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 6, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/0488
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A suture lock utilizes a first engaging element and a second engaging element to define a non-through bore capture zone. Each of the engaging elements possesses a surface including at least one mating element that corresponds to a mating element on a surface of the opposing engaging element. When engaged across suture segments, the mating elements apply a frictional holding force to the suture segments. The frictional holding force secures the suture along the length of the suture in the capture zone between the mating elements.
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