Retrograde delivery of resurfacing devices
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Mar 1, 2011
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Jul 14, 2005
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Nov 22, 2004
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Dec 3, 2002
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A method according to one embodiment may provide access to an articular surface of a bone. The method includes forming a passage through at least a portion of the bone. The passage provides an opening in the articular surface. The method further includes inserting a tether through the passage. The tether inserted through the passage can be coupled to at least one device from an insertion site remote from the articular surface. The tether can be withdrawn through the passage to convey the device to a location proximate the articular surface.
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