Bone anchor

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1994-02-17

1995-05-23

Pellegrino, Stephen C.

Surgery

Instruments

Suture retaining means

606 72, 606 75, 606 78, A61B 1704

Patent

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054177120

ABSTRACT:
An improved anchoring device for use in bone holes, bone tunnels and other assorted workpieces, and being particularly compatible with fabrication from both polymeric and bioabsorbable materials. The improved anchoring device has novel fastening means which permit the anchor to be fastened within a bone hole or bone tunnel while minimizing the stress induced on the body of the anchor during installation.

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