Cervical plate
US7077843B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 1, 2003 |
| Grant date | Jul 18, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 1, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2002/2835
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention provides a cervical plate and bone graft(s) that are capable of being attached prior to insertion of the bone graft into an intervertebral space. After insertion, the vertebrae hold the bone graft and cervical plate in place facilitating the anchoring of the cervical plate to the vertebrae. Further, a screw back out prevention device can be coupled to the cervical plate to prevent screws from backing out.
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