Method and apparatus for intervertebral disc support and repair
US7959676B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 13, 2006 |
| Grant date | Jun 14, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 5, 2027 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2230/0091
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An intervertebral disc device is provided to support or repair one or both of the disc annulus and the disc nucleus. The intervertebral disc device includes an annulus support and an elongated member to support the disc nucleus. The disc annulus support has an elongated wire and an annulus closure. The disc nucleus has an elongated member that is expandable. Any of the devices can be loaded with biologics. Moreover, any of the devices may include a scarring factor to promote fibrous growth.
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