Intramedullary rod implantation system
US8444653B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 30, 2010 |
| Grant date | May 21, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 2, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2002/368
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A system for implanting a prosthetic device with an opening into a bone includes a plug that is removably received within the opening of the prosthetic device. The system also includes a bone removal tool that advances into the bone from outside the bone and that removes a portion of the bone while advancing into the bone to reveal the plug. The bone removal tool includes a plug engaging portion that engages with the plug. The bone removal tool at least partially removes the plug from the opening of the prosthetic device while engaged with the plug. Moreover, the system includes an alignment system that detects whether the bone removal tool and the plug are substantially axially aligned.
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