Sternum fixation device
US8221421B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 5, 2005 |
| Grant date | Jul 17, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 19, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S606/905
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A sternum fixation device for securing parts of a sternum includes first and second removably associated plates. The first plate has an upper surface and a sternum-contacting surface, and at least one hole passing through both of these surfaces for receiving a fastener head. The second plate has at least one attachment member for fixation to the sternum. A release member holds the first and second plates together, and is movably associated with at least one of the first and second plates such that it may be moved to allow separation of the two parts of the sternum.
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