Adjustable fixator
US7261713B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 7, 2002 |
| Grant date | Aug 28, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 10, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/66
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A bone fixator for securing a first bone portion in a position relative to second bone portion is disclosed, including at least two clamping assemblies each for receiving at least one bone pin and a main body disposed between the clamping assemblies. The main body includes at least one joint for orienting the clamping assemblies with respect to each other. The at least one joint may permit pivoting or rotation. Some joints permit the articulation of several components to be simultaneously and releasably lockable.
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