Laminoplasty devices and methods
US10314621B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 24, 2014 |
| Grant date | Jun 11, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 14, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/564
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Laminoplasty plates are engageable to at least one portion of a divided lamina to maintain a desired spacing relative to the spinal canal. The laminoplasty plates include a spacer portion having a first end and a second end that spans a gap formed by at least one of a divided lamina portion. The laminoplasty plates can include a lamina engagement portion at one end for engagement with the divided lamina portion.
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