Intevertebral implant with reduced contact area and method

Details Intevertebral implant with reduced contact area and method Intevertebral implant with reduced contact area and method

2005-02-15

2005-02-15

Snow, Bruce E (Department: 3738)

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

Implantable prosthesis

Bone

Reexamination Certificate

active

06855166

ABSTRACT:
The disclosure provides fusion implants, instruments and methods for insertion of the implants between opposing vertebral bodies to facilitate stabilization or arthrodesis of an intervertebral joint. A cross section through the longitudinal dimension of the implant is substantially configured in an “I” shape. In addition to other features, the implants of the invention provide a reduced contact surface area with the interior surface of a bore formed for receiving the implant.

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