Anchors extender assemblies and methods for using
US8556904B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 5, 2011 |
| Grant date | Oct 15, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 8, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/708
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
One nonlimiting embodiment is directed to an anchor extender releasably engaged with an anchor configured for engagement with one or more bones or bony portions. The anchor extender generally includes a first member and a second member positioned about and movable relative to the first member. The anchor extender is positionable adjacent the anchor and movement of the second member relative to the first member toward the anchor as the anchor extender is engaged with the anchor results in lateral displacement of the anchor extender relative to the anchor while the first member engages with a first side of the anchor and the second member engages with an opposite second side of the anchor. However, in other embodiments, different forms and applications are envisioned.
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