Bone plate stabilization system and method for its use

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2006-01-10

2006-01-10

Reip, David O. (Department: 3731)

Surgery

Instruments

Orthopedic instrumentation

C606S064000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06984234

ABSTRACT:
A method for joining first and second bones is provided. The method comprises inserting between the side surfaces of the bones a base plate having a first end nearer the first bone and a second end nearer the second bone. The base plate has a first screw hole extending through the first end and a second screw hole extending through the second end. A first bone screw is introduced through the first screw hole and into the first bone. The first bone screw is introduced at an angle relative to the top surface of the bone ranging from about 20° to about 60°. A second bone screw is introduced through the second screw hole and into the second bone. The second bone screw is introduced at an angle relative to the top surface of the bone ranging from about 20° to about 70°. At least a part of the first bone screw and at least a part of the second bone screw are covered to prevent the first and second bone screws from backing out of the first and second bones, respectively.

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