Modular intervertebral implant

US8568483B2 · kind B2 · utility

Assignee

• DePuy Synthes Products, Inc. · US

Inventors

• Justin Coppes · Raynham, US
• Jeffrey Walker · Providence, US
• David L. Nichols · West Chester, US
• Curtis Compton · Downingtown, US
• Vincent E. Mandes · Willow Grove, US

Key dates

• Filing date: Jan 14, 2008
• Grant date: Oct 29, 2013
• Expiry date: Jan 12, 2030

Classification

• Technology area (CPC A): Human Necessities
• CPC primary: A61F2310/00179
• WIPO field: Medical technology
• WIPO sector: Instruments

Abstract

An intervertebral implant component includes an inlay which fits into an endplate, where the inlay is prevented from moving relative to the endplate. Various embodiments of locking mechanisms for preventing movement are disclosed. In some preferred embodiments, a surgeon is able to see that the locking mechanism is properly engaged.