Expandable vertebral body replacement device and method
US12295858B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 24, 2022 |
| Grant date | May 13, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 22, 2043 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2002/30843
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An expandable vertebral body implant, and methods of assembly and using the implant. The vertebral body implant includes a body with a first end and a second end, a rotating member rotatably coupled to the first end of the body, wherein an end includes a plurality of first notches inset into the rotating member, an extension member moveably coupled to the rotating member, and a locking member positioned on an interior of the body. Methods for assembling and using the vertebral body implant are also disclosed.
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