Steerable vertebroplasty system with cavity creation element
US8827981B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 20, 2012 |
| Grant date | Sep 9, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 20, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M29/00
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Methods and devices for augmenting bone, such as in performing vertebroplasty are disclosed. A bone cement injection needle is provided, having a laterally deflectable distal end. The distal end may be provided with a cavity creation element, such as an inflatable balloon. Systems are also disclosed, including the steerable injection needle, introducer and stylet. The system may additionally include a cement delivery gun, one-time use disposable cement cartridges and a cement mixing chamber. Methods are also disclosed.
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