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Suture locking device

US7033380B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJul 1, 2002
Grant dateApr 25, 2006
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Expiry dateOct 12, 2023

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B2017/0488
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A device for locking a suture in place without the need for tying knots once the suture is placed within tissue is provided. The device comprises an anchor having a cannula and a locking mechanism for securing the suture within the cannula.

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