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Instruments and methods for holding a bone plate

US7604638B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 13, 2005
Grant dateOct 20, 2009
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Expiry dateMay 13, 2025

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S606/915
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An instrument for insertion and placement of dynamic spinal fixation plates is provided. In general, the instrument is a clip that holds the plate at its maximum extension for implantation.

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