Cervical intervertebral prosthesis
US7175662B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 1, 2004 |
| Grant date | Feb 13, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 1, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2210/0004
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A cervical intervertebral prosthesis includes at least one cover plate that is configured to be connected to one of its two adjacent vertebral bodies and a securing plate which secures this cover plate and is configured to be fastened to the ventral surface of the vertebral body. The securing plate may be a separate part that is unconnected to the cover plate and can be biodegradable.
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