Method and apparatus for forming a wedge-like opening in a bone for an open wedge osteotomy
US8496662B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 8, 2006 |
| Grant date | Jul 30, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 25, 2029 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/8095
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present application provides an apparatus for forming and method of creating a wedge-like opening in a bone for an open wedge osteotomy by identifying a cutting plane through the bone; and inserting an apex pin along the cutting plane to limit cutting and minimize stress risers in the bone.
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