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Spinal implant apparatuses and methods of implanting and using same

US8636774B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 17, 2010
Grant dateJan 28, 2014
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Expiry dateOct 2, 2031

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B17/7067
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An adjustable spinal implant device, comprising: a sliding portion provided with a tongue; and, a non-sliding portion provided with a slot adapted for receipt of the tongue; wherein the tongue is slidably and rotatably positioned within the slot.

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