Non-image, computer assisted navigation system for joint replacement surgery with modular implant system
US7634306B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 6, 2003 |
| Grant date | Dec 15, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 25, 2025 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2002/4668
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The invention includes a method and system for intra-operative navigation of a joint replacement operation, without recourse to pre-operative imagery of pre-operative computerized simulations. Trackable markers and a locating system are employed to track first and second bones. A computer receives positional information regarding the trackable markers and calculates (predicts) at least one suggested combination of components of a modular implant system to produce a desired post-operative skeletal relationship.
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