Prosthesis (i.e. – artificial body members) – parts thereof – or ai – Implantable prosthesis
Reexamination Certificate
2007-05-01
2007-05-01
Isabella, David J. (Department: 3738)
Prosthesis (i.e., artificial body members), parts thereof, or ai
Implantable prosthesis
C623S013140, C606S075000, C606S099000
Reexamination Certificate
active
10874915
ABSTRACT:
An apparatus and method for fixation of a soft tissue graft. The apparatus may include a member having a first surface and a second surface. Each of the surfaces extend a distance relative to one another. A member is operable to resist movement of the apparatus relative to an anatomical portion. An interference member may be provided to fixedly associate the apparatus with the anatomical structure.
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Boucher James A
Howell Stephen M
Biomet Sports Medicine, Inc.
Harness & Dickey & Pierce P.L.C.
Isabella David J.
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