Method of fixing first and second bones using an implant
US9381091B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 8, 2013 |
| Grant date | Jul 5, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 8, 2033 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2002/4223
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An implant for fixation of first and second bones having a body with first and second axially spaced ends and an outer surface at least nominally matched to a tapered surface around a receptacle formed by rotating a cutting element around an axis. As the body is advanced along the central axis into an operative position within the receptacle, the body outer surface and tapered surface cooperate to cause the central and second axes to consistently substantially align. A plurality of openings in the body each accepts a fastener.
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