Interbody fusion system with intervertebral implant retention assembly
US8523947B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 8, 2012 |
| Grant date | Sep 3, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 8, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2310/00029
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An implant assembly is disclosed, and includes an implant member and a plate configured to be coupled with the implant member. The plate defines a horizontal plane and includes at least one bore through the plate. The bore has an inlet aperture and at least one exit aperture. The inlet aperture has a curvilinear seat. A fastener is configured for insertion through the at least one bore, and the fastener has a curved portion. The curved portion of the fastener is configured to contact the contact the curvilinear seat to secure the plate to the implant member.
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