Spinal cross connectors
US8361117B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 8, 2006 |
| Grant date | Jan 29, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 13, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/7052
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Various methods and devices are provided for connecting spinal fixation elements, such as spinal rods, implanted in a patient's spinal column. In particular, various spinal cross connectors are provided for connecting to one or more spinal fixation elements implanted in a patient's spine. The cross connectors can have a variety of configurations, including a fixed or adjustable length, as well as various features that allow certain portions of the cross connectors to be angularly oriented.
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