Surgery – Instruments – Orthopedic instrumentation
Patent
1989-09-08
1992-07-14
Isabella, David J.
Surgery
Instruments
Orthopedic instrumentation
A61B 1708
Patent
active
051299062
ABSTRACT:
A cannulated bioabsorbable tack has annular ribs configured to enhance fixation to tissue, such as bone, and is particularly effective for attaching soft tissue to bone, such as ligaments or muscles in the shoulder. Apparatus and method for deploying the tack facilitate arthroscopic surgical procedures for attaching or joining tissue.
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Marchand Sam R.
Ross Randall D.
Snyder Stephen J.
Isabella David J.
Linvatec Corporation
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