Devices and methods for inserting a vertebral fixation member
US10555762B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 27, 2018 |
| Grant date | Feb 11, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 27, 2038 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/708
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Devices, systems, and methods for inserting a vertebral stabilization member, such as a rod. The insertion device includes an outer guide tube, a pin assembly including a pin and a pusher member extending therethrough. The insertion device is configured to actuate a rod between a first orientation and a second orientation angled with respect to the first orientation in order to position the rod in an appropriate location for attachment to bone.
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