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Expandable spinal implant system and method

US9655738B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 3, 2015
Grant dateMay 23, 2017
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Expiry dateAug 3, 2035

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61F2310/00359
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A spinal implant comprises a first member defining a longitudinal axis and including a wall that defines an axial cavity and at least one lateral opening configured for disposal of an instrument. A second member is configured for disposal with the axial cavity and includes a wall having an axial surface disposed along a thickness thereof. The axial surface defines at least a portion of an axial opening and includes a plurality of gear teeth disposed therealong. The instrument is engageable with the teeth to axially translate the second member relative to the first member. Systems and methods of use are disclosed.

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