Method and instruments for interbody fusion and posterior fixation through a single incision
US12144527B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 29, 2021 |
| Grant date | Nov 19, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 9, 2043 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2002/4635
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method of providing access to an intervertebral disc has been developed that involves using the patient's bony pedicle as an anchoring spot for a pedicle screw that temporarily attaches to the access port. Because this new procedure eliminates the need for the surgical table as an anchor, it also eliminates the assembly components extending from the table to the port at the access site, thereby unencumbering the surgeon's view and workspace while providing minimally invasive access.
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