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Orthopedic fixation devices and methods of installation thereof

US9949765B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 15, 2017
Grant dateApr 24, 2018
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Expiry dateMay 15, 2037

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B2017/681
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Orthopedic fixation devices and methods of installing the same. The orthopedic fixation device may include a coupling element and a bone fastener, whereby the bone fastener can be loaded into the coupling element through the bottom of a bore in the coupling element.

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