Prosthesis (i.e. – artificial body members) – parts thereof – or ai – Implantable prosthesis – Ligament or tendon
Reexamination Certificate
2003-07-18
2009-12-29
Prebilic, Paul (Department: 3774)
Prosthesis (i.e., artificial body members), parts thereof, or ai
Implantable prosthesis
Ligament or tendon
C606S305000, C606S307000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07637949
ABSTRACT:
A method for anchoring autologous or artificial tendon grafts in bone is provided. In one embodiment, the method includes affixing a stabilizing element in bone; and placing the stem of an insertion element therein. A tendon graft may be secured to the insertion element either before or after its placement in the stabilizing element. Two such anchors may be linked with one or multiple grafts, in either a two-ply or four-ply arrangement.
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