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Suture anchor with pulley

US9706987B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 15, 2016
Grant dateJul 18, 2017
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Expiry dateJan 15, 2036

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B2017/0619
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Methods and devices are provided for anchoring suture to bone. In one exemplary embodiment, a cannulated suture anchor is provided and it includes a suture-engaging member formed therein and configured to receive a suture therearound such that trailing ends of the suture can extend through the suture anchor. The present invention also provides exemplary sutures and drivers that can be used with the various methods and devices disclosed herein, or with other methods and devices known in the art.

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