Rod to rod connector

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2006-04-18

2006-04-18

Reip, David O. (Department: 3733)

Surgery

Instruments

Orthopedic instrumentation

Reexamination Certificate

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07029474

ABSTRACT:
According to the present invention, there is provided a transverse connector having a seat rod for seating a rod therein engagement mechanism including a rod engagement seat forming a portion of the rod seat, the engagement mechanism being movable into and out of engagement with the rod seated in the rod seat.

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