Surgery – Instruments – Orthopedic instrumentation
Reexamination Certificate
2011-02-15
2011-02-15
Robert, Eduardo C (Department: 3733)
Surgery
Instruments
Orthopedic instrumentation
C606S022000, C606S096000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07887540
ABSTRACT:
An instrument for use on a body site is provided comprising a bushing having portions, a coolant source, and a bore, wherein the instrument may be used to introduce an implant, instrument, or tool to a body site. After the implant, instrument, or tool is introduced to a body site, at least one portion of the bushing may be removed. A method of use for the instrument is also provided. A kit including the instrument is further provided.
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Hontzsch Dankward
Rupp Stephan
Steiner Beatrice
Carter Tara R
Fay Kaplun & Marcin LLP
Robert Eduardo C
Synthes USA, LLC
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