Fixation instrument for treating a bone fracture
US8092454B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 11, 2005 |
| Grant date | Jan 10, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 24, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/744
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A fixation instrument for treating a bone fracture including a bone screw and a nail, wherein the bone screw extends through an opening in the head or proximal end of the nail. A movable insert is disposed within a chamber located at the proximal end of the nail. The insert engages the bone screw to prevent rotation thereof once the bone screw is placed in position.
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