Graft fixation device combination
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1. A graft fixation device comprising:
- a bioabsorbable matrix;
an implantation member passing through the bioabsorbable matrix for receipt within the bone, said implantation member having a longitudinal axis, a proximal end, a distal end, an outer surface, and a longitudinal passage therethrough; and
at least one graft retention member, the retention member having a first section extending from the proximal end of the implantation member, and a second section angulated with respect to first section and engaged against the bioabsorbable matrix whereby to trap the bioabsorbable matrix between the second section and the bone.
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Abstract
A graft fixation device combination. The device is useful for affixing a tissue graft to a bone or other body surface. The combination has a fixation device having two implantation members connected by a connecting member. The implantation members have longitudinal passageways therethrough. The combination also has an insertion member in engagement with the distal end of each implantation member.
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1. A graft fixation device comprising:
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a bioabsorbable matrix; an implantation member passing through the bioabsorbable matrix for receipt within the bone, said implantation member having a longitudinal axis, a proximal end, a distal end, an outer surface, and a longitudinal passage therethrough; and at least one graft retention member, the retention member having a first section extending from the proximal end of the implantation member, and a second section angulated with respect to first section and engaged against the bioabsorbable matrix whereby to trap the bioabsorbable matrix between the second section and the bone. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12)
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