Bone access instrument
US9226756B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 14, 2013 |
| Grant date | Jan 5, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 9, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/3472
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A bone access instrument comprising a shaft having a first shaft portion and a second shaft portion. The first shaft portion has a first diameter, a distal end, and at least one cutting edge formed on the distal end. The second shaft portion has a second diameter and a tapered distal end. The second diameter is less than the first diameter, and the second shaft portion extends axially from the distal end of the first shaft portion.
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