Spinal implant for use in thoracic insufficiency syndrome
US11998250B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 24, 2021 |
| Grant date | Jun 4, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 28, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/707
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An implant system for correcting deformities is provided. The implant system includes A proximal extension having a hollow interior and a distal extension configured to be received within the hollow interior of the proximal extension. The implant system also includes a locking element configured to lock the distal extension from moving with respect to the proximal extension. The distal extension is configured with ratchet teeth on a top surface for interacting with a distractor instrument for contacting or distracting the distal extension with respect to the proximal extension. The proximal extension and distal extension are configured to receive clamping elements for coupling to the implant to anatomical regions of the body.
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