Sternal closure device and method of using same
US8372123B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 10, 2007 |
| Grant date | Feb 12, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 9, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/8076
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A sternal closure device is provided, comprising a first plate having a bone fixation region with at least one countersunk aperture for receiving a fastening means for affixing the first plate to one side of the sternum, and a locking region with at least one protruding aligning member; a second plate having a bone fixation region with at least one countersunk aperture for receiving a fastening means for affixing the second plate to the opposite side of the sternum, and a locking region dimensioned to contact at least a portion of the locking region of the first plate; and a rotating member that engages with the aligning member(s) on the first plate for holding the first and second plates together to secure the opposite sides of the sternum. The first and second plates can be separated by reversibly disengaging the rotating member from the aligning member(s).
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