Device and system for fixing a spinal vertebra to a rod
US10543023B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 14, 2016 |
| Grant date | Jan 28, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 5, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/7049
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A device and a system comprising such a device, for fixing a spinal vertebra to a rod. The device comprises a pedicle screw and an anchor lug for fixing the screw to the rod. The device also comprises a flexible strip for connection to the vertebra, a ring secured to the lug, and means secured to said ring, for adjustably locking the flexible strip in relation to the anchor lug.
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