Adjustable interbody fusion device and method of use
US9974664B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 24, 2014 |
| Grant date | May 22, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 13, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/25
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Interbody fusion devices, interbody fusion device systems, insertion tools, methods for assembling an interbody fusion device, and methods a method for inserting a medical device between two vertebral bodies are disclosed. The interbody fusion device includes a body member with a pivot cylinder, a superior member with a pivot channel that is configured to engage the pivot cylinder, and a movement mechanism for moving the superior member relative to the body member. The interbody fusion device systems may include an interbody fusion device and an insertion tool. Also disclosed is a method of assembling an interbody fusion device. In addition, a method for inserting a medical device between two vertebral bodies in a spine is disclosed.
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