System and method for cervical midline fixation

US9763704B2 · kind B2 · utility

Assignee

• DePuy Synthes Products, Inc. · US

Inventors

• John Riley Hawkins · Raynham, US
• Thomas Gamache · Raynham, US
• Michael Sorrenti · Bridgewater, US
• Alexander Grinberg · Riverview, US
• Michael Alan Fisher · Lawrenceville, US

Key dates

• Filing date: Aug 31, 2011
• Grant date: Sep 19, 2017
• Expiry date: Aug 1, 2033

Classification

• Technology area (CPC A): Human Necessities
• CPC primary: A61B17/7067
• WIPO field: Medical technology
• WIPO sector: Instruments

Abstract

Devices and methods for enhancing the effectiveness of spinal stabilization, and particularly that of cervical spinal stabilization, are provided herein. More specifically, methods and systems are disclosed for effectively positioning occipital plates and spinal fixation assemblies within target vertebrae, while also reducing any associated patient trauma (e.g., muscle stripping, tissue damage, etc.). The systems and methods can utilize trans-lamina delivery of the spinal fixation assemblies to allow for the positioning of the fixation elements along the midline of the patient's spine.