Bone preparation instruments and methods
US6641582B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 6, 2000 |
| Grant date | Nov 4, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 12, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2250/0063
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Instruments and methods for preparing adjacent bones for fusion are disclosed. In a typical embodiment, the instruments include paddles for spacing the adjacent bones a predetermined distance and a cutting edge to create a channel between the adjacent bones to receive a fusion implant. The instruments and methods are particularly advantageous for preparing a spinal fusion implant site.
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