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Spinal implant system and method

US9848920B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 8, 2014
Grant dateDec 26, 2017
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Expiry dateFeb 4, 2035

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B17/7007
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A spinal construct comprises a fastener attached with sacral and/or pelvic tissue of a body. A connector is selectively movable in a coronal plane relative to the body. The connector has a first end connected with the fastener and a second end having a locking surface engageable with an implant. A lock element is engageable with the connector and defines an implant cavity. Systems and methods are disclosed.

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