Bone fixation plate with complex suture anchor locations
US7604657B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 24, 2006 |
| Grant date | Oct 20, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 26, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/0414
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A fracture fixation system includes a plate having a first suture anchor location having an opening at the upper surface of the plate, an opening at the proximal end of the plate, and an opening at the anterior side of the plate and defines first and second suture pathways which cross within the plate. The first and second suture pathways include a common opening. A second suture anchor location on the plate has an opening at the upper surface of the plate, an opening at the proximal end of the plate, and an opening at the posterior side of the plate which defines third and fourth suture pathways which cross within the plate. The third and fourth suture pathways also share a common opening. Thus, each suture anchor location is capable of providing a hold for suture from multiple approaches to secure tuberosities relative to the plate.
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