Bioabsorbable magnesium knots for securing surgical suture
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Mar 19, 2013
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Oct 13, 2011
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Apr 7, 2010
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Apr 7, 2010
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A crimpable magnesium sleeve for securing a suture within the body and for dissolving over time while introducing only compatible amounts of magnesium into the body. An instrument for placing such a sleeve on a suture crimping the sleeve and cutting the suture after placement. An alloy of magnesium, zinc, and aluminum may be used to form the sleeve.
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