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Transverse connectors

US9131964B2 · kind B2 · utility

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56References

19Claims

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Assignee

Spinal Elements, Inc. · US

Inventors

Jason Blain · Encinitas, US
Greg Martin · Verona, US
Steven Howard · New York, US

Key dates

Filing date	Jul 29, 2014
Grant date	Sep 15, 2015
Priority date	—
Expiry date	Jul 29, 2034

Classification

Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
CPC primaryA61B17/7052
WIPO fieldMedical technology
WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Devices and methods are disclosed for treating the vertebral column. One embodiment provides a transverse connector for vertebral fixation systems comprising a first connector body comprising a first engaging member for engaging a first elongate member and a first locking member, a second connector body comprising a second engaging member for engaging a second elongate member, and a transverse rod coupled to the first connector body and the second connector body, thereby forming an articulation between a first end of the transverse rod and the first connector body, wherein the first locking member is configured to secure both the articulation and the first elongate member to the first connector body.

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