Suture anchor inserter

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2011-03-29

2011-03-29

Robert, Eduardo C (Department: 3733)

Surgery

Instruments

Orthopedic instrumentation

C606S300000, C606S314000, C606S08600R, C606S232000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07914538

ABSTRACT:
An inserter for inserting a suture anchor into bone. The inserter has external markings that uniquely identify the orientations and the relative longitudinal positions of at least two suture passages through a suture anchor releasably engaged with the inserter. The markings assist a surgeon in determining a preferred placement and orientation of the anchor at an operative site during a surgical procedure.

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