Percutaneous spinal implants and methods

Details Percutaneous spinal implants and methods Percutaneous spinal implants and methods

2011-08-16

2011-08-16

Robert, Eduardo C (Department: 3733)

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

Implantable prosthesis

Bone

C606S279000, C606S08600R

Reexamination Certificate

active

07998208

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus includes an elongate member including a cutting edge disposed at a distal end portion of the elongate member. The cutting edge is configured to cut a portion of an implant when the elongate member moves relative to the implant.

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