Anchoring systems and methods for correcting spinal deformities
US7901435B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 28, 2004 |
| Grant date | Mar 8, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 1, 2024 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2310/0088
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Spinal anchoring methods and devices are provided that are effective to correct spinal deformities while allowing some flexibility to the spine. In particular, the methods and devices allow a spinal fixation element to mate to several adjacent vertebrae to maintain the vertebrae at a fixed distance relative to one another, yet to allow the orientation of each vertebrae relative to the fixation element to adjust as the orientation of the patient's spine changes.
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