Doughnut-like spinal implant

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2009-03-18

2011-12-13

Robert, Eduardo C (Department: 3733)

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

Implantable prosthesis

Bone

C623S017160, C606S246000, C606S249000

Reexamination Certificate

active

08075620

ABSTRACT:
A doughnut-like lumbosacral or intervertebral implant having an asymmetrical opening surrounded by a series of load bearing sections of distinct curvatures. The doughnut-like implant can include a forwardly projecting arm and plate combination. Preferred embodiments of the doughnut-like implant can include tapered lateral annular-like sides.

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