Surgery – Instruments – Orthopedic instrumentation
Patent
1996-12-19
1999-02-09
Brown, Michael A.
Surgery
Instruments
Orthopedic instrumentation
128888, A61B 1756
Patent
active
058687459
ABSTRACT:
A spinal protection device is provided which minimizes the formation of post-operative adhesions. The protection device may comprise a substantially pliable shield, and may be positioned such that contact between the shield and the spinal dura is substantially avoided.
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