Low profile screw and washer system for bone plating
US8585743B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 15, 2008 |
| Grant date | Nov 19, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 5, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B50/20
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A low profile bone screw system includes a retainable washer and a low profile bone screw having a smooth conical head for insertion into the washer. The washer has an axial bore with a conical portion for fully seating the screw head and a smooth outer surface shaped like the head of a conventional compression bone screw head. Washer dispensing units are also provided.
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