Suture anchoring system and method

Details Suture anchoring system and method Suture anchoring system and method

2004-03-18

2010-02-09

Manahan, Todd E (Department: 3734)

Surgery

Instruments

Suture retaining means

Reexamination Certificate

active

07658750

ABSTRACT:
A suture anchoring system and method includes a plurality of anchor members interconnected to form an anchor assembly with a suture extending therefrom. The anchor assembly has an insertion configuration wherein the anchor members are aligned in a substantially linear arrangement for delivery through an aperture in bodily tissue and an expanded configuration wherein the anchor members are transitioned to a non-linear arrangement to prevent passage of the anchor assembly back through the aperture.

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