Anterior plating system and method
US7758616B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 6, 2004 |
| Grant date | Jul 20, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 30, 2027 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/8033
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Systems and methods for stabilizing the spine are provided. For stabilizing the L5-S1 junction, the system includes a plate that has a generally triangular shape with an upper node and a pair of lower nodes. The upper node has a hole through the plate to receive a screw for passage into the L5 vertebra. The lower nodes each include a hole through the plate to receive screws for passage into the S1 vertebra. The system further includes a plate having a retaining element for preventing backout of screws inserted through the plate. Instruments and methods for attaching the plate to the spinal column are also provided.
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