Shape adaptable intramedullary fixation device

US9498264B2 · kind B2 · utility

Assignee

• University of British Columbia · CA

Inventors

• Edward Scott Harshman · Kirkland, US
• Steven C. Dimmer · Bellevue, US
• Daniel R. Baker · Seattle, US
• David Stinson · Woodinville, US
• Robert N. Meek · Vancouver, CA
• Robin John Noel Coope · Vancouver, CA
• Lok Tin Lam · Coquitlam, CA

Key dates

• Filing date: Jun 1, 2015
• Grant date: Nov 22, 2016
• Expiry date: Jun 1, 2035

Classification

• Technology area (CPC A): Human Necessities
• CPC primary: A61B17/3421
• WIPO field: Medical technology
• WIPO sector: Instruments

Abstract

Implantable devices for fixation of curved bone such as the pelvic ring pubic symphysis and acetabulum, and methods for the use of the devices are disclosed. The implantable devices are convertible between a flexible state and a rigid state, and include an elongate structure having a proximal bone interface, a main body, and a distal bone interface. In a flexible state, the devices may be inserted along, and conform to a curved pathway, and in the rigid state, the devices may support the mechanical loads required to fixate a fracture.