Spinal fusion implant and related methods
US7815682B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 22, 2006 |
| Grant date | Oct 19, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 11, 2027 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2250/0098
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A spinal fusion implant of non-bone construction for introduction into any variety of spinal target sites. The implant may include generally arcuate anterior and posterior sides. The implant may also include a wedged shaped distal end which can provide self-distraction of vertebral endplates during insertion and positioning of the spinal fusion implant.
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