Method and apparatus for forming a wedge-like opening in a bone for an open wedge osteotomy

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 8496662
APP PUB NO 20060241636A1
SERIAL NO

11350333

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The present application provides an apparatus for forming and method of creating a wedge-like opening in a bone for an open wedge osteotomy by identifying a cutting plane through the bone; and inserting an apex pin along the cutting plane to limit cutting and minimize stress risers in the bone.

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  • ARTHREX, INC.

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Ammann, Kelly Boulder, US 13 2208
McDevitt, Dennis Raleigh, US 63 8126
Novak, Vincent P Longmont, US 34 6583

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