Muscle saving device and method

Details Muscle saving device and method Muscle saving device and method

2005-05-24

2011-12-13

Robert, Eduardo C (Department: 3733)

Surgery

Instruments

Internal pressure applicator

C606S090000, C604S104000, C600S201000

Reexamination Certificate

active

08075581

ABSTRACT:
A method, kit, and system to separate muscle fiber prior to threading pedicle screws. The kit and system include at least one dilator that is sized and shaped with a leading edge to expand and separate muscle fibers between the first and second pedicles. The dilator(s) expose the surgical area by separating the muscle fiber prior to threading the pedicle screws. Because the muscle fiber is spread, it does not need to be cut to place rods, which facilitates minimally invasive surgical methods.

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