Reinforced biological construct for tendon repair
Summary
The USPTO published patent application US20260090875A1 for a reinforced graft construct designed for tendon or ligament repair. The invention involves inserting reinforcement material such as suture, tape, weave, or mesh lengthwise through the graft, with ends whipstitched for fixation. The reinforcement may be bioabsorbable. Inventor: John KONICEK. Application filed December 8, 2025.
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The USPTO published a patent application for a reinforced biological construct used in tendon and ligament repair surgeries. The construct is formed by inserting reinforcement material (suture, tape, weave, or mesh) lengthwise through a graft, either along a portion or the entire length. The material may be bioabsorbable and resorb over time after implantation. The graft ends may be whipstitched for additional fixation. CPC classifications indicate applications in implants (A61F 2/08) and surgical methods (A61B 17/04).
This publication does not impose compliance obligations but represents technological advancement in surgical reconstruction. Medical device manufacturers developing graft products should review the disclosed reinforcement techniques. No regulatory deadlines, penalties, or required filings are associated with this patent application.
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REINFORCED BIOLOGICAL CONSTRUCT AND METHOD OF REINFORCING BIOLOGICAL CONSTRUCT
Application US20260090875A1 Kind: A1 Apr 02, 2026
Inventors
John KONICEK
Abstract
A reinforced graft construct for repairing a tendon or ligament formed by inserting a piece of material, such as suture, through the graft lengthwise. The material may be inserted along only a portion of the graft or along the entire graft. The material may be a reinforcement (reinforcing) material such as suture, tape, weave, or mesh passed lengthwise through the graft (for example, along the center of the graft). The ends of the graft may be whipstitched to provide additional fixation when implanted. The material may be bioabsorbable such that it will resorb away after a period of time in the body.
CPC Classifications
A61F 2/0811 A61F 2/08 A61B 2017/0404 A61F 2002/0852 A61F 2210/0004 A61F 2220/0075 A61F 2230/0065 A61F 2250/0031
Filing Date
2025-12-08
Application No.
19411513
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