发明名称 |
DEVICES AND METHODS FOR STABILIZING TISSUE AND IMPLANTS |
摘要 |
An implant for repairing a joint between a first bone and a second bone includes a first section constructed of a substantially rigid material and a graft constructed of soft tissue having a first end and a second end. The first section has a first end surface configured for positioning against the first bone. The graft is configured for stabilizing the first section relative to the first bone. A first fastener is configured for mounting to the graft and the first section to anchor the graft to the first section. A second fastener is configured for mounting to the graft and the first bone to anchor the graft to the first bone. |
申请公布号 |
US2014194989(A1) |
申请公布日期 |
2014.07.10 |
申请号 |
US201414205442 |
申请日期 |
2014.03.12 |
申请人 |
P Tech, LLC |
发明人 |
BONUTTI Peter M. |
分类号 |
A61F2/08 |
主分类号 |
A61F2/08 |
代理机构 |
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代理人 |
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主权项 |
1. A method for securing soft tissue in an operation region between an operation site and a skin incision, the method comprising:
a) performing a surgical procedure on a patient, the soft tissue including a ligament having a first ligament end and a second ligament end; b) securing a suture to the first ligament end on the way out of the operation region; c) securing the suture to the second ligament end on the way out of the operation region; d) tightening the suture to draw the first ligament end toward the second ligament end; and e) compressing additional soft tissue of the soft tissue utilizing the suture. |
地址 |
Effingham IL US |