Fixation implant and method of insertion
US9579127B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 13, 2014 |
| Grant date | Feb 28, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 6, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/7035
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An implant includes an implantable portion and a housing. The implantable portion has a head and a shank extending from the head. The shank has a solid outer surface and defines a radius of curvature. The housing is pivotally and rotatably coupled to the head and is configured to secure a rod to the implantable portion. The housing is fixed relative to the implantable portion when a rod is secured within the housing.
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