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Hip surgery systems and methods

US8974468B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 11, 2012
Grant dateMar 10, 2015
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Expiry dateJul 6, 2032

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61F2002/4687
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Orthopedic systems and methods are provided for use in preparing joints for implants. Specifically, hip preparation systems and methods are disclosed which can include a surgical orientation device. The hip preparation systems and methods can be used, for example, to orient the hip during the procedure, determine the orientation of an anatomical plane or planes, and orient a prosthetic component or components.

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