Implantable cross-pin for anterior cruciate ligament repair
US8088128B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 25, 2004 |
| Grant date | Jan 3, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 6, 2024 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2002/0882
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A novel cross-pin for use in ACL reconstructive surgical procedures. The cross-pin has an elongated body having a distal tapered end. A guide wire opening in the distal end is in communication with a tunnel contained in the distal end. There is a trough extending into the outer surface of the trough for receiving a guide wire. The trough is in communication with the tunnel.
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