
US Patent No: 4,896,661
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Multi purpose orthopedic ratcheting forceps
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Jan 30, 1990
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Feb 5, 1988
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07/152,455
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Abstract
A forceps for use in orthopedic surgical procedures having readily interchangeable tip elements and a reversible ratchet mechanism, for controlling the tip elements. A variety of tips for compression and distraction are provided. The ratchet mechanism permits controlled increments of force to be applied to the tips.
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- 15 United States
- 10 France
- 8 Japan
- 7 China
- 5 Korea
- 2 Other
Patent Owner(s)
| Patent Owner | Address | Total Patents |
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| HOWMEDICA OSTEONICS CORP. | MAHWAH, NJ | 467 |
| PFIZER HOSPITAL PRODUCTS GROUP, INC. | NEW YORK, NY | 30 |
International Classification(s)
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Inventor(s)
| Inventor Name | Address | # of filed Patents | Total Citations |
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| Bogert, Roy | 19 Francis Rd., Lincoln Park, NJ 07035 | 5 | 132 |
| Chapman, Michael W | Sacramento, CA | 10 | 862 |
| Edwards, Charles C | Baltimore, MD | 16 | 1193 |
| Mears, Dana C | Oakmont, PA | 19 | 1225 |
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| 7,188,626 Instruments and methods for stabilization of bony structures | 80 | 2002 | |
| 7,008,422 Instruments and methods for stabilization of bony structures | 77 | 2002 | |
| 7,749,231 Instruments and techniques for separating bony structures | 9 | 2003 | |
| 7,011,660 Instruments and methods for stabilization of bony structures | 80 | 2003 | |
| 7,455,685 Instruments and methods for securing a connecting element along a bony segment | 26 | 2003 | |
| 8,048,075 Orthopedic implant with locking element | 1 | 2004 | |
| 7,651,497 Segmentable plate with locking element | 4 | 2004 | |
| 7,465,306 System and method for positioning a connecting member adjacent the spinal column in minimally invasive procedures | 36 | 2004 | |
| 7,717,944 Instruments and methods for stabilization of bony structures | 6 | 2004 | |
| 8,123,788 Plating system having retaining member that permits movement of at least one bone fastener | 1 | 2004 | |
| 7,625,381 System and method for stabilizing a portion of the spine | 7 | 2004 | |
| 7,491,208 Instrument and method for guiding surgical implants and instruments during surgery | 27 | 2005 | |
| 7,695,475 Instruments for minimally invasive stabilization of bony structures | 2 | 2005 | |
| 7,763,055 Instruments and methods for stabilization of bony structures | 10 | 2006 | |
| 8,361,124 Instruments and methods for stabilization of bony structures | 0 | 2006 | |
| 7,867,259 Instruments and methods for stabilization of bony structures | 4 | 2007 | |
| 7,862,595 Instruments and methods for stabilization of bony structures | 4 | 2007 | |
| 8,070,751 Instruments for minimally invasive stabilization of bony structures | 0 | 2010 | |
| 8,262,708 Single-lock plating system | 0 | 2012 | |
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| 7,004,947 Surgical instrument for moving vertebrae | 56 | 2002 | |
| 6,969,390 Anterior cervical plating system and bone screw | 47 | 2003 | |
| 6,936,050 Multilock anterior cervical plating system | 47 | 2003 | |
| 6,936,051 Multilock anterior cervical plating system | 56 | 2003 | |
| 6,926,718 Multilock anterior cervical plating system | 31 | 2003 | |
| 7,341,594 Surgical instrument for moving vertebrae | 9 | 2004 | |
| 7,704,255 Threadless multi-lock anterior cervical plating system | 4 | 2004 | |
| 7,713,274 Surgical instrument for moving vertebrae | 3 | 2004 | |
| 7,691,132 Spinal stabilization systems and methods | 33 | 2005 | |
| 7,815,650 Surgical instrument for moving vertebrae | 1 | 2006 | |
| 8,075,592 Spinal stabilization systems and methods | 2 | 2007 | |
| 7,914,558 Spinal stabilization systems and methods using minimally invasive surgical procedures | 28 | 2007 | |
| 7,988,700 Surgical instrument for moving vertebrae | 0 | 2008 | |
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| 7,887,539 Spinal rod approximators | 8 | 2004 | |
| 7,824,411 Instruments and methods for bone anchor engagement and spinal rod reduction | 3 | 2004 | |
| 7,824,413 Instruments and methods for bone anchor engagement and spinal rod reduction | 3 | 2004 | |
| 7,842,044 Instruments and methods for bone anchor engagement and spinal rod reduction | 4 | 2005 | |
| 8,172,847 In-line rod reduction device and methods | 1 | 2007 | |
| 8,216,241 Instruments and methods for manipulating a spinal fixation element | 0 | 2007 | |
| 7,887,541 Spinal rod reduction instruments and methods for use | 4 | 2007 | |
| 8,206,394 Torque limited instrument for manipulating a spinal rod relative to a bone anchor | 0 | 2009 | |
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| 5,409,478 Handle for manipulating laparoscopic tool | 60 | 1993 | |
| 5,425,743 Surgical instrument locking mechanism | 35 | 1993 | |
| 5,483,952 Handle for surgical instruments | 91 | 1994 | |
| 5,620,458 Surgical instruments useful for endoscopic spinal procedures | 45 | 1994 | |
| 5,476,479 Handle for endoscopic surgical instruments and jaw structure | 93 | 1995 | |
| 5,624,431 Handle for manipulating a laparoscopic tool | 37 | 1995 | |
| 5,755,732 Surgical instruments useful for endoscopic spinal procedures | 90 | 1997 | |
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| 5,674,244 Locking device on a pliers-shaped tool | 10 | 1996 | |
| 6,635,072 Safety ratchet mechanism | 3 | 2000 | |
| 6,712,825 Spinal disc space distractor | 75 | 2001 | |
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| 5,167,662 Temporary clamp and inserter for a posterior midline spinal clamp | 98 | 1992 | |
| 5,735,857 Prosthetic gripping instrument | 26 | 1996 | |
| 6,589,241 Bone clamp | 2 | 2000 | |
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| 7,468,069 Static anterior cervical plate | 4 | 2004 | |
| 7,288,095 Bone plate with screw lock | 21 | 2004 | |
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| 7,415,912 Locking clamp device | 1 | 2005 | |
| 7,373,862 Clamp device | 2 | 2006 | |
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| 6,042,540 Side-loading surgical retractor | 50 | 1997 | |
| 5,993,385 Self-aligning side-loading surgical retractor | 28 | 1997 | |
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| 8,308,774 Spinal rod reducer and cap insertion apparatus | 0 | 2008 | |
| 8,235,997 Rod locking instrument | 0 | 2009 | |
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| 7,655,009 Humeral nail | 6 | 2004 | |
| 7,410,488 Hindfoot nail | 7 | 2005 | |
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| 7,322,984 Spinal plate with internal screw locks | 16 | 2005 | |
| 7,438,715 Spinal implant kit | 22 | 2005 | |
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| 5,697,889 Surgical instruments useful for endoscopic spinal procedures | 113 | 1995 | |
| 5,599,279 Surgical instruments and method useful for endoscopic spinal procedures | 157 | 1996 | |
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| 8,211,012 Tissue retractor system | 0 | 2008 | |
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| 7,842,045 Single fire vascular clip applier with disposable jaw | 0 | 2005 | |
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| 7,727,256 Grasper assembly | 0 | 2005 | |
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| 7,669,505 Pin lock pliers | 0 | 2008 | |
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| 6,860,850 Retractor blade connector head | 8 | 2002 | |
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| 5,938,685 Locking handle for surgical instruments | 2 | 1997 | |
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| 5,785,648 Speculum | 73 | 1996 | |
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| 6,309,349 Surgical retractor and stabilizing device and method for use | 33 | 1999 | |
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| 6,347,565 Multi-drive specialty tool | 5 | 2000 | |
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| 6,716,218 Instrument for bone distraction and compression having ratcheting tips | 44 | 2002 | |
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| 6,860,179 Clamp device | 36 | 2002 | |
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| 6,196,969 Tissue retractor adapted for the attachment of an auxiliary element | 52 | 1999 | |
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| 7,666,136 Retractor | 0 | 2003 | |
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| 7,736,380 Cervical plate system | 3 | 2005 | |
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| 7,114,279 Fishhook barb crimping tool | 1 | 2004 | |
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| 7,625,391 Orthopaedic ratcheting forceps | 0 | 2003 | |
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| 5,176,702 Ratchet locking mechanism for surgical instruments | 128 | 1992 | |
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| 5,984,865 Surgical retractor having locking interchangeable blades | 61 | 1998 | |
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| 5,613,977 Gripping and/or cutting instrument for endoscopic purposes | 14 | 1995 | |
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| 5,201,759 Laparoscopic instrument | 33 | 1991 | |
| 5,297,538 Surgical retractor/compressor | 34 | 1992 | |
| 5,630,821 Apparatus for implanting an intraocular lens | 8 | 1995 | |
| 6,336,386 Plier device having an adjustable opening | 22 | 2000 | |
Maintenance Fees
| Fee | Large entity fee | small entity fee | micro entity fee | due date |
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| Fee | Large entity fee | small entity fee | micro entity fee |
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| Surcharge after expiration - Late payment is unavoidable | $700.00 | $350.00 | $175.00 |
| Surcharge after expiration - Late payment is unintentional | $1,640.00 | $820.00 | $410.00 |