Variable angle connection assembly
US8066746B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 23, 2008 |
| Grant date | Nov 29, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 22, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/704
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
In a preferred embodiment, the present invention provides a connection assembly that can be used to securely connect a spinal implant to a bone anchor. In particular, the present invention preferably provides a variable angle connection assembly that is able to securely connect the spinal implant to the anchors even when there is a variance in the angle and position of the anchors with respect to the spinal implant. Furthermore, in a preferred embodiment, the present invention provides a connection assembly that will not inadvertently lock the components of the connection assembly preventing the relative movement of the components.
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