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PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To improve methods and devices for fixing a ligament graft in a bone tunnel. SOLUTION: The methods and devices are provided for fixing the ligament graft in the bone tunnel. In general, the methods and devices involve affixing a ligament graft within a bone tunnel using an adhesive. A fixation device can be inserted through the ligament graft in a direction transverse to an axis of the tunnel to maintain the ligament graft in contact with the adhesive. The fixation device can be removed when the adhesive is cured such that the ligament graft is fixed in the tunnel. COPYRIGHT: (C)2007,JPO&INPIT
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