Orthopedic fixation devices and methods of installation thereof
US8888827B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 15, 2011 |
| Grant date | Nov 18, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 8, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/888
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention is generally directed to orthopedic fixation devices that comprise a coupling element and a bone fastener, whereby the bone fastener can be loaded into the coupling element through the bottom of a bore in the coupling element.
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