Bone fixation system with low profile fastener
US7090674B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 3, 2003 |
| Grant date | Aug 15, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 22, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/7011
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A low profile orthopedic device is used to fix and stabilize bones to correct anomalies in skeletal structure occurring naturally or by trauma. Bone screws are screwed into bones by application of torque. Clamps are movably attached to the screws. Each clamp includes a compression ring. A connecting rod connects several screws through slots in the clamps. The clamps are tightened to hold the rod and the heads in a pre-selected position by linear movement of the compression rings.
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