Method and apparatus for bone fixation with secondary compression
US8715284B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 4, 2005 |
| Grant date | May 6, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 29, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/869
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Disclosed is a fracture fixation device, for reducing and compressing fractures in a bone. The fixation device includes an elongate body. An axially moveable proximal anchor is carried by the proximal end of the fixation device and comprises a tubular sleeve that includes a plurality of graduations positioned on an outer surface of the tubular sleeve. The device is rotated into position across the femoral neck and into the femoral head, and the proximal anchor is distally advanced to lock the device into place. In certain embodiments, the elongated body includes a distal anchor with a distal cutting tip.
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