Instruments for controlled delivery of injectable materials into bone
US9339294B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 9, 2013 |
| Grant date | May 17, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 15, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2090/0807
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Instruments for treating bone defects of the joint, particularly at the subchondral level, such as bone marrow lesions or bone marrow edema, are provided. In particular, these instruments may be delivery instruments that comprise features to control the location to which they deliver injectable materials or other tools to the bone to be treated. Also provided is an injection instrument that delivers a treatment material to the bone defect and stimulates a natural healing response in the bone.
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