Patella protector
US9788879B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 28, 2015 |
| Grant date | Oct 17, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 1, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/8866
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A patella protector may be positioned in a manner in which it does not obstruct a patella or a prosthesis, while providing protection for the patella from accidental damage during a surgical procedure, such as a knee replacement. The patella protector may be a clamp with two contact surfaces connected by a stainless steel connecting element providing an inward bias to hold the contact surfaces against the patella.
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