Modular anatomic fusion device
US6558424B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 28, 2001 |
| Grant date | May 6, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 28, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2310/00359
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A modular fusion cage and tool for the insertion of the fusion cage is provided. The fusion cage includes a ramp member having superior and inferior bone contacting surfaces, and anterior and posterior sides. The ramp member is adapted to be positioned between adjacent vertebral bodies. The implant also includes a ring member slidably matable with the ramp member. The ring member includes superior and inferior bone contacting surfaces, and anterior and posterior sides. The implant according to the present invention is particularly useful for facilitating the safe and accurate insertion of the implant between adjacent vertebral bodies.
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