Intramedullary linkage device, system, and method for implantation
US8668692B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 30, 2013 |
| Grant date | Mar 11, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 30, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/921
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The invention relates to an intramedullary linkage device for treatment of peri-prosthetic long bone fractures, system for long bone fracture treatment in the setting of pre-existing intramedullary implant using an intramedullary linkage device and intramedullary fracture fixation device, and methods of treating peri-prosthetic long bone fracture in the setting of pre-existing intramedullary implant using an intramedullary linkage device and intramedullary fracture fixation device.
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