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Systems and methods for joint replacement

US9339226B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 21, 2011
Grant dateMay 17, 2016
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Expiry dateJun 10, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B2034/2051
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Systems and methods for joint replacement are provided. The systems and methods include a surgical orientation device, a reference sensor device, and at least one orthopedic fixture. The surgical orientation device, reference sensor device, and orthopedic fixtures can be used to locate the orientation of an axis in the body, to adjust an orientation of a cutting plane or planes along a bony surface, or otherwise to assist in an orthopedic procedure(s).

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