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Adjustable insertion device for a vertebral implant

US8353958B2 · kind B2 · utility

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19Claims

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Assignee

Warsaw Orthopedic, Inc.

Inventors

Jason A. Edie · Sandy, US
James Schwender · Edina, US

Key dates

Filing date	Mar 25, 2011
Grant date	Jan 15, 2013
Priority date	—
Expiry date	Apr 21, 2031

Classification

Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
CPC primaryA61F2220/0025
WIPO fieldMedical technology
WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Intervertebral implants configured to engage with an insertion device for insertion between first and second vertebral members. The implants may include a body with a sidewall that forms an interior space. An opening may extend through the sidewall and into the interior space. Receptacles may be positioned at the opening and include an inlet to receive the insertion device.

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