Polyaxial screw and locking cap
US12016596B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 24, 2023 |
| Grant date | Jun 25, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 24, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2560/0431
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Systems, methods, and devices for securing a spinal rod are provided. A clamp assembly comprises a tulip comprising an opening comprising an inner surface, wherein the inner surface is threaded; and a threaded locking cap disposed in the opening, wherein threads of the locking cap and the inner surface include various geometries.
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