Methods and devices for repairing and anchoring damaged tissue
US8828053B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 24, 2009 |
| Grant date | Sep 9, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 29, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/2901
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Methods and devices are provided for anchoring suture to tissue, incorporating anchoring devices constructed substantially from suture. The anchoring devices are constructed as longitudinally extended, preformed knot configurations that upon deployment are reconfigured to form anchoring knots having an increased cross-section relative to the preformed knot configuration, for secure lodging in tissue. The anchoring devices are suitable for single and multi-anchor surgical procedures in soft tissue or bone, and multiple anchors can be delivered using a single delivery device.
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