Minimally invasive cup impactor
US7335207B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 26, 2003 |
| Grant date | Feb 26, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 12, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2220/0025
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method and apparatus for implanting a prosthetic through a less invasive procedure. Generally, an instrument is provided to allow for a torque transfer along a non-linear line. Therefore, an incline can be provided without obstructing the view of a user using the instrument.
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