Systems and methods for sternum repair
US8460295B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 22, 2010 |
| Grant date | Jun 11, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 22, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/06166
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The invention provides systems and methods for sternum repair. A sternum repair device may include a central body, which may include a plurality of bands and buckles, such that a band extends from the central body and is received by a buckle component. The band may wrap around the sternum and the device may be tightened to keep the separate sternum pieces together.
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