Bone anchoring device

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2006-12-27

2011-12-20

Barrett, Thomas C. (Department: 3775)

Surgery

Instruments

Orthopedic instrumentation

C606S310000

Reexamination Certificate

active

08080044

ABSTRACT:
A bone anchoring device includes a shaft for anchoring in a bone and a head, the shaft including a first section having a plurality of barb elements, the barb elements being elastically deformable relative to the body of the shaft, and a second section including a bone thread for engagement with the bone. The first section is located near the tip of the shaft and allows insertion by pushing whereas the second section provides enhanced resistance against pull-out.

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European Search Report for European Application No. 06003733.0-2318 dated Jun. 28, 2006 and mailed Jul. 5, 2006, 6pp.

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