Targeting apparatus for bone fixation device

Details Targeting apparatus for bone fixation device Targeting apparatus for bone fixation device

2004-07-20

2009-02-10

Robert, Eduardo C (Department: 3733)

Surgery

Instruments

Orthopedic instrumentation

Reexamination Certificate

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07488328

ABSTRACT:
Apparatus is provided for use with a bone fixation device. The apparatus includes a targeting device, adapted to aid in fixation of the bone fixation device to a bone of a subject. The targeting device includes a coupling element, adapted to couple the targeting device to the bone fixation device. The targeting device additionally includes a coupling assembly, adapted to hold the coupling element and to inhibit the coupling element from exiting the coupling assembly even when the coupling element is not coupled to the bone fixation device.

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