Orthopedic anchor assembly
US8241339B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 13, 2009 |
| Grant date | Aug 14, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 9, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/8655
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
In an exemplary embodiment, the present invention provides an anchor assembly that can be used for the fixation or fastening of orthopedic devices or instruments to bone tissue. In particular, the present invention preferably provides a variable angle or fixed angle anchor assembly that is able to securely connect the orthopedic device to bone tissue even when there is a variance in the angle and position of the assembly with respect to the device. Furthermore, in an exemplary embodiment, the present invention provides an anchor assembly having a locking mechanism that will quickly and easily lock the anchor assembly with respect to the orthopedic device.
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