Suture lock
US8187301B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 3, 2011 |
| Grant date | May 29, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 22, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/0464
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A suture lock to be used with a suture thread. The suture lock comprises at least one passageway for receiving a suture thread, with the passageway having at least a portion of its length having a longitudinal side opening arranged to slidably receive the suture. The passageway is tapered inwardly and including an interior surface having inwardly converging teeth. The invention may also comprise a suture lock having an adjustable channel located within the suture lock. The channel may be adjusted between an open and a closed position, thereby allowing the suture to be secured. Translation of the suture itself may be utilized to adjust the positioning of the channel. The suture lock may contain a releasable device to retain the channel in multiple positions between the closed and open position.
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