Knotless graft fixation assembly

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PATENT NO 9179907
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14272601

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An illustrative example suture securing assembly includes an inserter having a distal end, a proximal end, and a longitudinal axis between the distal end and the proximal end. A first member includes an eyelet oriented to thread suture across the longitudinal axis. The first member is situated near the distal end of the inserter. The first member is configured to be placed in bone. A second member is situated near the distal end of the inserter. The second member is moveable relative to the first member in a distal direction toward the eyelet into a suture securing position where the second member traps suture.

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ARTHREX INCNAPLES FL 34108

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Burkhart, Stephen S San Antonio, US 92 8662
Dreyfuss, Peter J Naples, US 129 9859
ElAttrache, Neal S Los Angeles, US 11 1451

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