Devices and methods for cutting a vertebral implant

Details Devices and methods for cutting a vertebral implant Devices and methods for cutting a vertebral implant

2006-06-27

2010-10-26

Fridie, Jr., Will (Department: 3724)

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C082S113000

Reexamination Certificate

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07819043

ABSTRACT:
The present application is directed to devices and methods for cutting a spinal implant. In one embodiment, the device includes a handle and a head. The handle is sized to receive a predetermined length of the implant. A head is rotatably attached to the handle and includes a blade. After the implant is inserted into the handle, the head is rotated causing the blade to move around the implant and cut an excessive length from the predetermined length.

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