Intramedullary fixation device for metaphyseal long bone fractures
US7563263B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 24, 2005 |
| Grant date | Jul 21, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 18, 2026 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/1725
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A fracture fixation system includes a device with a plate portion intended to be positioned against an exterior surface of bone and an intramedullary portion. The plate portion includes a plurality of fixed angle holes defining a respective number of axes which are divergent. Fasteners coupled within the fixed angle holes extend to follow the contour of subchondral bone and provide a framework for support for fracture healing.
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