Tibial guide

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 6254605
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09723173

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A drill guide for determining the site for and drilling a tunnel in a tibia during an anterior cruciate ligament replacement procedure and method for using same are also disclosed. The drill guide utilizes a multiple-point anatomical reference system for determining the most favorable position for the tibial tunnel, based on isometry, freedom from impingement and desired ACL-PCL interaction. The drill guide further utilizes a removable guide bar to provide visual alignment of the drill guide relative to the coronal plane of the knee joint.

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BIOMET SPORTS MEDICINE LLC56 E BELL DRIVE WARSAW IN 46582

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Howell, Stephen M 4834 Roselin Way, Elk Grove, CA 95758 37 5514

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