Spinal athroplasty device and method
US8888852B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 15, 2009 |
| Grant date | Nov 18, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 25, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2310/00796
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An artificial spinal joint and methods for replacing at least a portion of a natural intervertebral disc are provided. In some embodiments, at least portions of facet joints are replaced along with the intervertebral disc.
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