Steerable vertebroplasty system
US7842041B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 30, 2008 |
| Grant date | Nov 30, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 30, 2028 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2025/0092
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Methods and devices for augmenting bone, such as in performing vertebroplasty are disclosed. A bone cement injection needle is provided, having a laterally deflectable distal end. Systems are also disclosed, including the steerable injection needle, introducer and stylet. The system may additionally include a cement delivery gun, one-time use disposable cement cartridges and a cement mixing chamber. Methods are also disclosed.
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