Minimally invasive retraction device having removable blades
US8097026B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 2, 2009 |
| Grant date | Jan 17, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 1, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2090/037
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A retraction device comprises at least one retracting blade and a pedicle screw. The retracting blade has a distal end having at least one projection with a passage for engaging a retention pin. The pedicle screw has a threaded body and a movable head. The movable head has at least one recess with a channel that can be aligned with the passage of the projection.
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