Thoracic closure device and methods

Details Thoracic closure device and methods Thoracic closure device and methods

2007-05-07

2010-10-05

Barrett, Thomas C (Department: 3775)

Surgery

Instruments

Orthopedic instrumentation

C081S009300, C081S337000, C140S09300R, C140S093200, C254S199000, C254S245000, C254S246000, C254S248000, C606S103000, C606S113000, C606S139000, C606S151000

Reexamination Certificate

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07806895

ABSTRACT:
A thoracic closure device. The device has a handle member, a base member, and a feed path, and is designed to accept and, with a ratcheting mechanism, tension a toothed closure tie. A guide member is also provided, and assists in the placement of a closure tie prior to tensioning. Methods of closing a median sternotomy using toothed closure ties are also disclosed.

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