Navigation and positioning systems and guide instruments for joint repair
US9775639B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 4, 2015 |
| Grant date | Oct 3, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 2, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2090/3995
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A system and associated instruments for locating, and accurately and controllably delivering, a device to an area sufficiently near a bone defect using anatomical landmarks is provided. The instruments allow the surgeon to navigate to the area around the bone defect quickly and easily, while so facilitating proper insertion of the device. In some embodiments, the defect is located on a femur. Guide instruments having a plurality of device portals are also provided for use as standalone instruments or as accessories to the system. In addition, a protective guide sleeve is provided for the insert of small diameter devices.
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