Pivoting vertebral plate
US10143499B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 8, 2014 |
| Grant date | Dec 4, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 13, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2002/4615
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A surgical system includes an implant having a first attachment mechanism and an insertion instrument having a proximal end, a distal end, and a second attachment mechanism disposed at the distal end for removable connection with the first attachment mechanism. The proximal end of the insertion instrument is pivotable with respect to the implant. The insertion instrument can include an inserter and a guide. A method of using the surgical system is provided.
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