Instruments and methods for holding a bone plate
US7604638B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 13, 2005 |
| Grant date | Oct 20, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 13, 2025 |
Classification
- 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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