Spinal stabilization device
US8979900B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 13, 2007 |
| Grant date | Mar 17, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 3, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2090/3987
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A flexible connection unit for use in a spinal fixation device that includes: a longitudinal member having first and second ends and a flexible member interposed between the first and second ends, at least one of the first end and second end configured to be engaged by a first bone securing member; and at least one spacer located between the first and second ends, the spacer comprising a resilient element and a ring element encircling at least a portion of the resilient element, wherein the ring element is configured to be engaged by a second bone securing member.
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