Method for surgically implanting a prosthetic patella component
US9700330B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 28, 2012 |
| Grant date | Jul 11, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 14, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2002/30892
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An orthopaedic surgical instrument includes a patella trial and drill guide that may be used to both perform a surgical trial of the patellofemoral joint and guide the surgeon in drilling a number of anchor holes in the patella of the patient.
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