Intervertebral implant and associated method
US8721722B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 6, 2006 |
| Grant date | May 13, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 9, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2310/00161
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An intervertebral implant and associated method. The intervertebral implant can include a first component having a first articulating surface and a first bone engagement surface for engaging a first vertebra, and a second component having a second articulating surface and a second bone engagement surface for engaging a second vertebra adjacent to the first vertebra. The first and second articulating surfaces articulate with each other for substantially replicating a natural spinal movement. The first and second bone engagement surfaces define an outer surface substantially shaped as an envelope of five cylinders.
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