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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Aug. 22, 2017
Filed:
Nov. 14, 2016
Greatbatch Medical S.a., Clarence, NY (US);
Christian Imbert, Evillard, CH;
Michael F. Scalise, Clarence, NY (US);
Greatbatch Ltd., Clarence, NY (US);
Abstract
A surgical tool handle for holding, securing and portioning orthopedic tools is described. The surgical tool handle having a tool attachment mechanism comprising a bias member connected to an actuator. The bias member is positioned within a distal end opening within the handle. Rotation of the actuator causes rotation of the bias member such that when a connection member of a tool, such as a broach, rasp or other cutting tool, is positioned within an opening of the bias member, the bias member wraps around and tightens onto the connection member. Rotating the actuation cable in an opposite direction rotates the bias member in the opposite direction, which thereby releases the tool connection member, and the tool, from the handle.