System and method for spinal correction
US9757157B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 14, 2016 |
| Grant date | Sep 12, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 14, 2036 |
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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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