Paragraph 47
Paragraph 47
Application
Patient Specific cutting guide
Matter Number
PER-8 PROV
Paragraph Number
47
Application Number
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Reference Case 1
PER-8 PROV
Reference Case 2
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Created
7/2/21, 12:00 AM
Modified
7/2/21, 12:00 AM
Id
4,493
Content
In certain embodiments, the patient-specific cutting guide can be used to preposition and pre-drill a plate system for fixation purposes. Such plate systems may be optimally placed, per a CT scan, after a correction procedure for optimal fixation outcome. In another embodiment, the CAD model and/or automated process such as advanced computer analysis, machine learning and automated/artificial intelligence may be used to measure a depth of the cut through the patient-specific cutting guide for use with robotics apparatus and/or systems which would control the depth of each cut within the guide to protect vital structures below or adjacent to a bone being cut. In another embodiment, the CAD model and/or automated process such as advanced computer analysis, machine learning and automated/artificial intelligence may be used to define desired fastener (e.g. bone screw) length and/or trajectories through a patient-specific cutting guide and/or implant. The details for such lengths, trajectories, and components can be detailed in a report provided to the surgeon preparing to do a procedure.
Notes
Added by DJM 7 2021