Osteosynthesis clip
US9675395B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 6, 2012 |
| Grant date | Jun 13, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 19, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/8004
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An osteosynthesis clip having an overall U-shape, comprising two anchor bars and a connecting bar. The connecting bar including a longitudinal opening adapted to assume a closed configuration and an open configuration. The clip comprises a compression piece having a broadly oval-shaped section, housed in the opening. The piece is adapted to be rotated within the opening, thus causing the opening to shift from its closed configuration to at least one the open configuration and vice versa.
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