Method and apparatus for aligning and securing an implant relative to a patient
US8167823B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 24, 2009 |
| Grant date | May 1, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 5, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2002/4668
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A surgical apparatus includes an orientation sensor that detects an actual orientation of a surgical tool. The apparatus also includes an orientation feedback device that selectively provides an orientation feedback signal. Moreover, the apparatus includes a controller that causes the orientation feedback device to provide the orientation feedback signal when the actual orientation of the surgical tool detected by the orientation sensor is substantially equal to a predetermined target orientation of the surgical tool.
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