Surgery – Instruments – Internal pressure applicator
Reexamination Certificate
2003-08-08
2010-02-23
Nguyen, Anhtuan T (Department: 3731)
Surgery
Instruments
Internal pressure applicator
C623S023190
Reexamination Certificate
active
07666205
ABSTRACT:
The present invention is directed to an inflatable device for use in restoring the anatomy of diseased or fractured bone. The inflatable device may be a balloon of varied size or shape to conform to the bone to be treated and may be deployed in any type of bone where collapsed fractures of cortical bone may be treated by restoring the bone from its inner surface. Once the bone has been sufficiently restored the balloons may be deflated and removed, or may remain inside the bone. The balloon may have multiple layers to provide desired surface characteristics, resistance to puncture and tearing, or other beneficial properties, as appropriate for the particular application of the device.
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Paul David C.
Weikel Stuart
Nguyen Anhtuan T
Nguyen Tuan V
Stroock & Stroock & Laven LLP
Synthes USA, LLC
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