Plating system with multiple function drill guide
US7731721B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 16, 2003 |
| Grant date | Jun 8, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 24, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/1757
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A bone fixation system including a bone plate and surgical drill guide is provided. The drill guide assembly includes one or more alignment drill tubes that are remotely aligned with corresponding fastener holes in the bone plate, and a plate holder to engage a hole in the bone plate. The surgical drill guide is releasably lockable to the plate holder.
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