Systems, methods, and apparatuses for spinal fixation
US9393050B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 28, 2012 |
| Grant date | Jul 19, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 28, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/864
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Methods, systems, and apparatuses are disclosed for spinal fixation. In one example embodiment, a minimally invasive crosslink apparatus with an elongated shaft portion, a self-drilling tip portion, and a posterolateral delivery device is provided. In this example embodiment, the elongated shaft portion is configured to connect to at least one of a vertical fixation rod and a pedicle screw head.
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