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US 2026/0198978 A1Published application
Method and apparatus for an orthopedic fixation system
AssigneeDePuy Synthes Products, Inc.
InventorKevin Clancy
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Abstract
An orthopedic fixation system includes a fastener configured to secure a first bone with a second bone whereby the fastener stabilizes the first bone relative to the second bone. The fastener includes an elastic component that provides the fastener with the ability to accommodate relative motion between the first bone relative to the second bone.
Claims24
An orthopedic fixation system, comprising:
- a fastener configured to secure a first bone with a second bone whereby the fastener stabilizes the first bone relative to the second bone;
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- the fastener including an elastic component that provides the fastener with the ability to accommodate relative motion between the first bone relative to the second bone.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.