System and method for anchoring a cord-like element to a workpie

Metal working – Method of mechanical manufacture – Assembling or joining

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29451, 606 72, 606 80, 606139, 606180, 606232, 408150, B23P 1102, A61M 500

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060414855

ABSTRACT:
A novel system and method for anchoring a suture or other cord-like element to a bone or other workpiece. The system comprises a drill for forming an undercut hole in a bone or other workpiece, an anchor for securing a suture or other cord-like element in the undercut hole in the bone or other workpiece, and an inserter for deploying the anchor in the undercut hole in the bone or other workpiece.

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