Minimally invasive instruments and methods for inserting implants
US7572276B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 25, 2002 |
| Grant date | Aug 11, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 25, 2026 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/00238
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Instruments and methods for inserting one or more implants to a surgical site in a patient in a surgical procedure, including minimally invasive surgical procedures are provided. The implant is mountable to the instrument in a reduced profile orientation and after insertion is manipulated with the insertion instrument to the desired orientation.
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