Dynamic implanted intervertebral spacer
US6743257B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 21, 2001 |
| Grant date | Jun 1, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 10, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2310/00023
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The invention is a single piece, self seating and locking dynamic intervertebral spacer. The dynamic spacer is load-supporting but also able to undergo flexure in either or both the lateral and sagittal planes.
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