Coiled anchor device
US8394113B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 9, 2010 |
| Grant date | Mar 12, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 14, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/0464
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A coiled anchor that secures to a connector as part of an anchor assembly is disclosed. The coiled anchor includes windings which capture and deform the connector between the windings and prevent the connector from disengaging from the coiled anchor once engaged.
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