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Method and instruments for resection of the patella

  • US 5,129,908 A
  • Filed: 01/23/1990
  • Issued: 07/14/1992
  • Est. Priority Date: 01/23/1990
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A patellar clamp/guide device, comprising:

  • a) a first handle having a proximal end and a distal end, and a second handle having a proximal end and a distal end, said handles being coupled together for mutual pivoting movement;

    b) said first handle distal end including;

    i) a plate having at least one upstanding spike adapted to engage an anterior surface of a patella; and

    ii) guide means for guiding a plunger in reciprocatory movements;

    c) said second handle distal end being coupled with said plunger whereby pivoting movements of said handles with respect to one another cause movements of said plunger with respect to said guide means;

    d) a reamer guide removably attached to said plunger and including a guiding opening therethrough; and

    e) stop means for limiting spacing between said plate and said reamer guide to a desired minimum spacing.

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