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System and method for spinal correction

US9451987B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 11, 2014
Grant dateSep 27, 2016
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Expiry dateAug 11, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B17/8869
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Methods of correcting a spinal deformity, including securing a first rod on a first side of a spine, securing an anchor on a second side of a spine, securing a lateral coupling between the rod and the anchor, translating and/or derotating the spine and securing a second rod on a second side of the spine to provide secondary stabilization to the spine.

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