Expandable devices for emplacement in body parts and methods associated therewith
US8795365B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 24, 2008 |
| Grant date | Aug 5, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 17, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2250/0063
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Disclosed are devices and methods for emplacement of an expandable device in a body part of interest in human and animal subjects. In one embodiment, the expandable device comprises a cage that may be emplaced in the intervertebral disc for use in spine fusion techniques. The device is fashioned so that it may be delivered to the intervertebral disc by percutaneous means, such as via a cannula. Additionally disclosed are systems and kits employing the devices of the invention as well as methods of manufacturing the devices of the invention.
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