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Method and apparatus for performing spinal fusion surgery

US9307972B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 10, 2012
Grant dateApr 12, 2016
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Expiry dateNov 21, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B2090/0811
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Implants, instruments, and methods for performing surgical procedures on the spine, including one or more of creating an operative corridor to the spine, delivering implants to the spine, fusing one or more segments of the spine, and fixing one or more segments of the spine.

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