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US 12,605,225 B2Granted
Frame
AssigneeMosaic Surgical Limited
InventorAngela Helene Spang
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Abstract
The present invention provides a frame (21) for supporting a digit which may be used during surgery to elevate the digit during an operation. The frame comprises a plate (24) with two wings (22, 23) which define a plane and a space therebetween, an engaging feature (28) on each wing for removable engagement with retaining ties (45), and an elevated support surface (32) between the wings to support a digit. The frame provides a secure platform for supporting digits during hand surgery.
Claims14
A method of preparing a hand for surgery, the method comprising the steps of:
- providing a frame for supporting a hand during surgery, the frame comprising
- a plate having two wings which define a plane and a space therebetween,
- a support portion positioned between the two wings which comprises a supporting surface for a digit which is elevated relative to the plane defined by the wings,
- wherein each wing is provided with an engaging feature for removably engaging a retaining tie;
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- engaging the hand with the frame,
- wherein the step of engaging the hand with the frame comprises inserting a digit of the hand through the space between the wings of the frame such that
- the digit is supported on the supporting surface, and
- another digit of the hand remains on an opposite side of the plane defined by the plate to the supporting surface.
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