Spinal fixation device

Details Spinal fixation device Spinal fixation device

1995-03-15

1997-01-07

Jones, Mary Beth

Prosthesis (i.e., artificial body members), parts thereof, or ai

Implantable prosthesis

Bone

606 61, A61F 244

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active

055912354

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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