System and method for performing spinal fixation
US8480712B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 4, 2009 |
| Grant date | Jul 9, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 16, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/8605
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A spinal fixation system suitable for effecting fixation between adjacent vertebral levels within the spine. The spinal fixation system of the present invention includes a pair single axis or “fixed” pedicle screw assemblies, a pair of poly-axial pedicle screw assemblies, a pair of cannulated rod members, and a transverse connector spanning between the pair of cannulated rod members.
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