Spinal fixation device
USRE37479E · kind E · reissue
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| Filing date | Jan 7, 1999 |
| Grant date | Dec 18, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 7, 2019 |
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- Technology area (CPC —)General
Abstract
An spinal fixation device for stabilizing vertebrae. A hollow screw is inserted into a hole saw recess in each adjoining vertebrae. A channel is cut into the vertebrae into which a joining rod is inserted such that no part of the device protrudes above the bone. A locking cap is used to secure the rod to the screws.
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