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Spinal fixation assembly

US7678136B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 5, 2004
Grant dateMar 16, 2010
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Expiry dateSep 19, 2028

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B2090/037
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

This disclosure relates to spinal fixation assemblies for use in spinal fixation constructs. The final fixation assemblies include fastening arrangements for clamping components of the assemblies at desired positions. The fastening arrangements are moved from pre-finally clamped orientations to finally clamped orientations through the use of linear force. An installation tool can be used to inhibit linear force from being transferred to the patient.

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