Straight intramedullary fracture fixation devices and methods
US8961516B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 13, 2012 |
| Grant date | Feb 24, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 21, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2090/031
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A straight intramedullary bone fracture fixation device is provided with an elongate body having a longitudinal axis for deployment in a long bone, such as a clavicle. Methods of repairing a fracture of a bone are also disclosed. One such method comprises inserting a bone fixation device into an intramedullary space of the bone to place at least a portion of an elongate body of the fixation device on one side of the fracture and at least a portion of a hub on another side of the fracture, and engaging an inner surface of the intramedullary space to anchor the fixation device to the bone. Various configurations and designs may be used in combination with other fixation device components.
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