Surgery – Instruments – Orthopedic instrumentation
Reexamination Certificate
2007-11-13
2007-11-13
Lewis, Ralph A. (Department: 3732)
Surgery
Instruments
Orthopedic instrumentation
C606S177000, C606S171000
Reexamination Certificate
active
10294502
ABSTRACT:
An apparatus and method for positioning and controlling the movement of a bone removal device, and thus of controlling the profile of material removed by the device. Also an improved drive mechanism for a bone removal device, where the drive shaft is readily removable for maintenance or replacement, without significant disassembly of the device.
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Haynes and Boone LLP
Lewis Ralph A.
Warsaw Orthopedic Inc.
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