Method of insertion of an expandable intervertebral implant
US8257440B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 20, 2005 |
| Grant date | Sep 4, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 29, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2310/00023
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method of inserting an intervertebral implant between vertebrae in a human spine includes positioning the intervertebral implant in a closed configuration between the vertebrae. After positioning the intervertebral implant, the intervertebral implant is activated to increase a height of the intervertebral implant. After activation, at least a portion of the increased height of the intervertebral implant is maintained.
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