Modular intervertebral implant or intervertebral disk prosthesis
US7758645B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 2, 2006 |
| Grant date | Jul 20, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 28, 2029 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2250/0018
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A modular intervertebral implant or a modular intervertebral disk prosthesis has a middle piece or central section equipped with elements for detachable fixation to one or two apposition plates designed to rest against the base plate or cover plate of an intervertebral body. A modular kit of such modular implants or disks includes n central sections and m apposition plates, where n=2 and m=4 and preferably n=3 and m=6. The surfaces of the apposition plates that face the central section have elements complementary to the elements for detachable fixation on the central section.
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