Distal tibia plating system
US8317842B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 30, 2007 |
| Grant date | Nov 27, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 10, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/8863
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A distal tibia plating system includes anterolateral and medial plates. The anterolateral plate includes a shaft with both threaded first fastener holes and compression slots along its length. The head includes a first row of four threaded fastener holes arranged transversely to the longitudinal axis, a non-threaded compression screw hole, and a plurality of distal tabs. Each tab includes a ring with a single threaded fastener hole and a bridge that couples the ring to the distal end of the plate. The bridge is configured to bend preferentially in a desired direction and to allow tab removal. The medial plate is a low profile plate including a shaft and a relatively enlarged distal head. Several fasteners can be used with the plates. A plate holder is provided to maneuver the plates subcutaneously.
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