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Orthopedic systems for spine and tracking control

US9387087B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 15, 2013
Grant dateJul 12, 2016
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Expiry dateAug 11, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61F2310/00796
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An orthopedic implant system includes an intervertebral implant. The implant includes a body having an upper surface extending generally in a first plane. The upper surface has a first plurality of longitudinal grooves and a second plurality of transverse grooves extending therealong. Portions of the upper surface extend between adjacent longitudinal grooves and transverse grooves form individual peaks. A lower surface extends generally in a second plane, parallel to the first plane. The lower surface has a third plurality of longitudinal grooves and a fourth plurality of transverse grooves extending therealong. Portions of the lower surface extend between adjacent longitudinal grooves and transverse grooves form individual peaks.

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