System and method for positioning a connecting member adjacent the spinal column in minimally invasive procedures
US7465306B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 13, 2004 |
| Grant date | Dec 16, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 21, 2025 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/7032
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A spinal surgical system includes at least two extenders extending proximally from respective ones of first and second anchors engaged to the spinal column. A connecting member is positionable between the at least two extenders such that the connecting member extends between the at least two extenders. The connecting member is movable distally along the at least two extenders and engageable to the first and second anchors.
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