Minimally Invasive Actuable Bone Fixation Devices Having a Retractable Interdigitation Process
First Claim
1. A bone fixation device comprising:
- a. a first sleeve having a retractable interdigitation process at a location along its length adapted to engage a bone; and
b. a second sleeve sized adapted to activate the interdigitation process of the first sleeve.
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Abstract
An apparatus for bone reinforcement, fixation and treatment of diseased or fractured bones including a supporting structure optionally coated with therapeutic agent is provided. The supporting structure or device may be collapsible upon deployment at the surgical site, and include fixation features such as anchors to securely position in place once deployed. Bone cement or other material may be provided to alternatively secure the positioned supporting structure for treatment. The bone fixation device disclosed also comprising: a first sleeve having a retractable interdigitation process at a location along its length adapted to engage a bone; and a second sleeve sized adapted to activate the interdigitation process of the first sleeve.
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17 Claims
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1. A bone fixation device comprising:
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a. a first sleeve having a retractable interdigitation process at a location along its length adapted to engage a bone; and
b. a second sleeve sized adapted to activate the interdigitation process of the first sleeve. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17)
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