Laparoscopic spinal stabilization surgical method

Details Laparoscopic spinal stabilization surgical method Laparoscopic spinal stabilization surgical method

2006-11-14

2006-11-14

Willse, David H. (Department: 3738)

Surgery

Instruments

Orthopedic instrumentation

C606S096000

Reexamination Certificate

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07135026

ABSTRACT:
Spinal fusion implants are laparoscopically placed in a disk space separating two vertebrae. Implant tools, including distraction spacers, boring tools and implants, are passed through a cannula toward the disk space.

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