Annular repair device and method
US8182533B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 19, 2009 |
| Grant date | May 22, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 15, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2310/00179
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Provided is a device and method for repairing a damaged intervertebral disc in the spine of a patient. The device provided having at two slidably engaged components that permit ease of insertion into the void created in the annulus fibrosis of the damaged disc. Also provided is a method of implanting the device into the annulus fibrosis of a damaged disc.
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