Craniotomy closure systems
US8241336B2 · kind B2 · utility
2Cited by
13References
4Claims
0Family size
Assignee
Inventors
Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 10, 2008 |
| Grant date | Aug 14, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 21, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2250/003
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Craniotomy closure systems comprising surgical fasteners and a protective covering over the dura are described for use in reattaching a skull flap removed from the skull of a patient during brain surgery. Methods of using the same are also described. Surgical strips optionally used in combination with the craniotomy closure systems are shaped to follow the perimeter contour of the skull flap. The craniotomy closure systems are designed to encourage bone growth and healing of the skull flap and they can be used to deliver medication and bone growth enhancement materials to the surgical site.
Source: USPTO / EPO open patent data. Objective bibliographic and citation counts.