Osteosynthesis pin
US9301791B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 11, 2011 |
| Grant date | Apr 5, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 6, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/7233
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The invention relates to an osteosynthesis pin, in particular for a fracture of a calcaneum, made up of a generally cylindrical hollow body comprising an axial bore extending over the entire length thereof, a plurality of through-holes staggered longitudinally relative to one another and intended for attachment screws to pass therethrough, and at least one oblong opening suitable for an ancillary instrument to pass therethrough for repositioning fractured bone fragments.
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