Medical fixation devices with improved torsional drive head

Details Medical fixation devices with improved torsional drive head Medical fixation devices with improved torsional drive head

2005-06-29

2010-06-01

Barrett, Thomas C (Department: 3775)

Surgery

Instruments

Orthopedic instrumentation

C606S319000, C606S104000, C411S410000, C081S052000, C081S121100

Reexamination Certificate

active

07727235

ABSTRACT:
The present invention provides a fixation device that includes an elongate shank defining a longitudinal axis and having at least one engaging member for applying the fixation device within tissue and securing the fixation device in the tissue once implanted formed thereon, and a drive head having a proximal end, a distal end and a radial cross-sectional geometry, where the drive head is mated to the elongate shank, and includes at least one anti-rotational member integral therewith. Fixation device kits utilizing the fixation device, and methods of fixation in tissue are also provided.

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