Spinal fixation device
US7935135B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 9, 2004 |
| Grant date | May 3, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 10, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/7032
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A bone fixation device including a retainer and an anchor. The retainer includes first and second receiving regions. The first receiving region is configured for receipt of a connecting rod. The second receiving region is configured for receipt of an anchor. The first receiving region is constructed so that a connecting rod can be positioned within the receiving region at a number of non-coaxial orientations. The first receiving region is also constructed to accommodate a curved connecting rod. A flexible, integral locking structure is located between the first and second receiving regions. The locking structure is arranged to secure each of the retainer, an anchor, and a connecting rod in a position relative to one another.
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