Extendable spinal implant and extension tool

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2006-06-06

2006-06-06

Robert, Eduardo C. (Department: 3733)

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

Implantable prosthesis

Bone

Reexamination Certificate

active

07056343

ABSTRACT:
An extendable spinal implant has a first outer sleeve and a second outer sleeve coaxially disposed thereto. An inside drive element is connected by means of screws to at least one of the outer sleeves. The inside drive element has an outside thread, and the outer sleeve that is connected to the drive element has an inside thread that fits on the outside thread. The inside drive element rests on a supporting ring, and is rotatably driven with respect to the supporting ring.

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