Prosthetic spinal disc replacement and methods thereof
US9844442B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 12, 2014 |
| Grant date | Dec 19, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 16, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2310/00796
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention relates generally to a prosthetic spinal disc for replacing a damaged disc between two vertebrae of a spine and methods for inserting said discs. The intervertebral prosthetic discs are provided with connections for facilitating implantation and removal and features which enhance primary and secondary stability over time.
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