Rod inserter and methods of use
US10932826B2 · kind B2 · utility
Assignee
Inventors
Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 14, 2016 |
| Grant date | Mar 2, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 23, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/8861
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The tool and surgical kit are configured to facilitate in-situ reattachment of a screw extender to screw is provided. The surgical kit includes a screw extender, a screw assembly and a tool. The screw extender has a channel extending from a proximal end to a distal end of the screw extender. The screw assembly includes a screw and a set screw. The screw includes a threaded shaft and a head having a pair of sidewalls spaced apart from each. The interior surface of the sidewalls is threaded. The tool includes a first and a second removable shaft, the distal ends of which are configured to respectively engage the screw and the set screw. The tool includes a main shaft, a handle and a hollow housing. The main shaft is configured to fit through the channel, and the hollow housing is configured to receive the screw extender housing.
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