Patent ID: 6872210
Filing Date: 2005-03-29
Classification: A61B,Y10S

Abstract:
1. A sternum fixation device for securing parts of a sternum comprising: a first plate having an upper surface and a sternum-contacting surface, and at least one hole passing through the upper and sternum-contacting surfaces for receiving a fastener head, the first plate further including a first longitudinal bore defining an axis oriented substantially transversely to the at least one hole; a second plate having an upper surface and a sternum-contacting surface, and an attachment member for fixation to the sternum, the second plate further including a second longitudinal bore; and a removable release member for holding the first and second plates together, wherein the first and second plates are dimensioned to releasably mate with one another such that the first and second longitudinal bores are aligned to receive the release member; wherein the release member is a pin that is substantially U-shaped or T-shaped.