Suture locks and suture lock systems
US9089324B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 4, 2010 |
| Grant date | Jul 28, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 31, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/0462
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A suture lock including a first bore, a first restriction member extending into the first bore for restricting the movement of a suture element within the first bore, an optional second bore, and a second restriction member extending into the second bore for restricting the movement of a suture element. The suture lock may be provided in a system including a suture element. Methods of using the suture locks are also described.
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