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Spinal fixation device and method

US9622789B2 · kind B2 · utility

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12Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateJan 12, 2009
Grant dateApr 18, 2017
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Expiry dateSep 30, 2029

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B17/7035
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A spinal fixation device includes a fastener affixable to a vertebral body and an attachment member. The attachment member is adapted for receiving the fastener and engaging a portion of the vertebral body. The fastener includes a shank and a collet. The collet includes a channel for receiving a spinal rod and a locking member.

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