Instrument kit and method for performing meniscal repair

Details Instrument kit and method for performing meniscal repair Instrument kit and method for performing meniscal repair

2004-07-06

2009-12-15

Barrett, Thomas C (Department: 3775)

Surgery

Instruments

Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier

Reexamination Certificate

active

07632284

ABSTRACT:
An instrument kit for performing a repair procedure on a meniscal tear in a knee for use in combination with a mechanical repair device is disclosed. The instrument kit includes at least one template including an elongate body defining X, Y and Z axes. The elongate body adapted for insertion in a knee of the patient to approximate a path to a meniscal tear within the knee. The elongate body has a length defining the X-axis. The instrument kit including a first template having a linear elongate body, a second template having a distal end portion which is offset in a direction of the Y-axis, and a third template having a distal end portion which is offset in a direction of the Z-axis.

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