Method and apparatus for reconstructing a ligament

Details Method and apparatus for reconstructing a ligament Method and apparatus for reconstructing a ligament

2006-02-07

2006-02-07

Willse, David H. (Department: 3738)

Prosthesis (i.e., artificial body members), parts thereof, or ai

Implantable prosthesis

Ligament or tendon

C623S013130, C606S075000, C606S232000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06994725

ABSTRACT:
Apparatus is disclosed for reconstructing a ligament, the apparatus including a bone fixation element having a central bore and adapted for positioning in a bone tunnel, a flexible filament configured for holding a graft ligament, and a crimp configured for attachment to the flexible filament so as to prevent movement of the graft ligament in the bone tunnel.

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