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Non-threaded spinal implant

US5458638A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateNov 6, 1992
Grant dateOct 17, 1995
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Expiry dateNov 6, 2012

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S606/907
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An implant is disclosed for use in spinal stabilization. In one preferred embodiment, the implant is a body having side walls extending between upper and lower walls with openings on the upper and lower walls. The side walls are solid and oppose disk material.

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