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Method And Apparatus For Forming A Bone Tunnel

  • US 20090149858A1
  • Filed: 12/05/2007
  • Published: 06/11/2009
  • Est. Priority Date: 12/05/2007
  • Status: Abandoned Application
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1. A tool for use during dual-bundle ligament reconstruction comprising:

  • a body including a distal portion and a proximal portion, said body having a cannulated longitudinal shaft, said cannulation defining a first axis;

    a locating feature formed at said distal portion and defining a locating surface, said locating surface defining a second axis arranged at a predetermined orientation relative to said first axis; and

    wherein a first locating instrument extending through a first bone tunnel is adapted to rest against said locating surface of said groove to operatively align said first axis at said predetermined orientation thereby identifying a drill axis for preparation of a second bone tunnel.

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