Orthopedic bone staple with polyaxial compression capability
US9649108B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 19, 2015 |
| Grant date | May 16, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 19, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2090/061
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A bone fixation device or bone staple includes a crown portion, an engagement portion, and an outer rim generally defined between the crown portion and the engagement portion. The engagement portion includes a plurality of legs extending from the outer rim in a direction away from the crown portion. The plurality of legs are generally radially disposed and evenly spaced apart around the outer rim. The legs are beveled to provide a compressive effect to the bone when the staple is inserted into the bone.
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