The present invention relates to an orthopedic fastener for fixing an implant, suture, or tissue to a bone. The fastener comprises a blind rivet and a closing element. The blind rivet includes a head at a proximal end, a shank connected to the head, and an anchoring portion near a distal end. A bore...http://www.google.com.au/patents/US6406234?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US6406234 - Blind rivet with fastener
