Vertebral fusion device and method
US7799079B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 18, 2006 |
| Grant date | Sep 21, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 22, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2310/00353
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A device for facilitating bone fusion of two vertebrae. The device is sized and shaped to at least extend between the two vertebrae to be fused, and includes an outer wall member disposed about an inner portion. A space between the outer wall member and the inner compartment is adapted to contain an osteogenic bone fusion material. The inner portion includes a compartment adapted to contain an inner fill material, such as a bone cement or an in situ curable polymer. The inner portion may operate as a structural member to maintain a desired amount of spacing between the vertebrae to be fused, and to support the spinal column prior to formation of the fused bone joint. The device is also configured to locate the osteogenic material away from the centers of the vertebrae to be fused, providing a fused joint with high bending and torsional rigidity.
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