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Retractor

US8206293B2 · kind B2 · utility

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10References

16Claims

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Assignee

Exactech, Inc. · US

Inventors

Joey Reglos · Lake Forest, US
Moti Altarac · Irvine, US
Stanley Kyle Hayes · Mission Viejo, US
Jean Harnapp · Irvine, US

Key dates

Filing date	Mar 31, 2008
Grant date	Jun 26, 2012
Priority date	—
Expiry date	Jan 20, 2031

Classification

Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
CPC primaryA61B2090/062
WIPO fieldMedical technology
WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

The retractor system for use in spinal surgery and other types of surgical procedures that is a simple and efficient solution for minimally invasive access to thoracolumbar spine is disclosed. The fully customizable design allows the surgeon to independently angle the retractor blades and expand the retractor in both cephalad-caudal and medial-lateral directions. With an offering of a range of blade lengths, access can be tailored to the patient's anatomy. Auxiliary instruments such as the retractor inserter, universal hex driver and blade removal instrument allow quick and controlled access to the surgical site. The retractor system provides versatility and control ensuring minimal tissue trauma.

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