High tibial osteotomy instrumentation
US8192441B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 3, 2008 |
| Grant date | Jun 5, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 26, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/68
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An apparatus to aid in cutting a bone during a bone osteotomy procedure, including a frame having a first bushing, a first fixation pin, and an adjustment screw. The apparatus further includes a side plate attached to the frame and moveable with respect thereto, the side plate having a second bushing and a second fixation pin. In addition, the apparatus includes a drill block assembly releasably attached to the side plate and moveable with respect thereto, the drill block having a third bushing and a hinge pin.
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