Cerclage device and fixation methods

Abstract

A cerclage device configured for fixation of at least one bone portion and / or tissue of a subject's shoulder is disclosed. The cerclage device comprises an elongate member having a medial end and a lateral end. The cerclage device is configured to be irreversibly secured relative to the at least one bone portion and / or tissue when the medial end and / or the lateral end are moved in a fastening direction. The cerclage device may be coupled with a metaphyseal component or humeral prosthesis implanted in the subject's shoulder. A method for cerclage fixation of at least one bone portion and / or tissue of a subject's shoulder using a cerclage device is also disclosed. A cerclage device and method for cerclage fixation of at least one bone portion and / or tissue of a subject's body is also disclosed. The cerclage device may be coupled with a fixation support implanted in the subject's body.

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