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Method and apparatus for reaming an acetabulum

  • US 20080009874A1
  • Filed: 06/14/2006
  • Published: 01/10/2008
  • Est. Priority Date: 06/14/2006
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A tool for reaming a cavity in bone comprising:

  • a longitudinal shaft having a distal end and a proximal end;

    a cutting tool selectively attachable to said distal end;

    a one-piece guide having a body defining an opening and including a unitarily formed locator member extending therefrom, wherein said locator member is engageable to a first portion of the bone providing a reference point relative to said cutting tool while said cutting tool engages a second portion of the bone during cutting; and

    wherein said body is slidably advanced onto said longitudinal shaft through said opening from said proximal end to an operating location in an assembled position.

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