Apparatus for spinal fixation and methods of use
US9820784B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 14, 2013 |
| Grant date | Nov 21, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 14, 2033 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/7053
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
In some embodiments, a method comprises forming a lumen in a first bone portion and forming a lumen in a second bone portion. The method further includes inserting a portion of a flexible fastening band through the lumen in the first bone portion and through the lumen in the second bone portion, and inserting the portion of the flexible fastening band into a fastener mechanism monolithically formed with the flexible fastening band. The method further includes advancing the portion of the flexible fastening band through the fastener mechanism until the first bone portion and the second bone portion are stabilized.
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