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Multi-axial transverse rod connector

US8075594B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateOct 9, 2007
Grant dateDec 13, 2011
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Expiry dateNov 22, 2029

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B17/7052
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A multi-axial rod connector for connecting spinal rods is provided. The rod connector includes a poly-axial rod assembly configured to include a lateral translation mechanism and a fixed hook configured to be rigidly coupled to one end of the poly-axial rod assembly. The fixed hook includes a fixed hook cavity configured to secure a spinal rod. The rod connector also includes a variable hook configured to be rotatably coupled another end of the poly-axial rod. The variable hook includes a variable hook cavity configured to secure another spinal rod. The lateral translation mechanism is configured to change distance between the fixed hook and the variable hook.

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