Reduction cable and bone anchor
US7338490B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 21, 2003 |
| Grant date | Mar 4, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 14, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/7037
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Methods and apparatus for alignment of vertebrae. In one embodiment, the invention includes a hook-shaped member which receives a bone anchor, both the member and the anchor being fixed to a portion of bone. The assembly of hook and anchor are coupled to a surgical rod by a cable and connector.
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