Transosteal anchoring methods for tissue repair
US9913638B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 4, 2014 |
| Grant date | Mar 13, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 28, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2002/0882
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Described herein are methods and apparatuses for use in repair of a patient's tissue by connecting the tissue to the bone using a transosteal tunnel and anchor configured to pass through the transosteal tunnel. In particular, described herein are methods of repairing an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and torn meniscal root. These anchoring apparatuses and method of using them are particularly well suited for use with the low-profile suture passers described herein, since these suture passers may allow access to previously inaccessible regions of the knee (or other body regions).
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