Rod reduction assemblies and related methods
US9486256B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 17, 2014 |
| Grant date | Nov 8, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 15, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/7086
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
This disclosure describes example embodiments of rod reduction instrumentation. The rod reducers can be used during the installation of a rod based surgical fixation system to help urge the rod into the fixation anchors. The reducers described provide various configurations delivering large reduction distance capabilities, strong controlled reduction coupled with an ability to quickly advance the reducer if desired, and reduction of bulk through the surgical corridor.
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