Prosthesis (i.e. – artificial body members) – parts thereof – or ai – Implantable prosthesis – Bone
Reexamination Certificate
2007-01-12
2011-11-22
Barrett, Thomas C. (Department: 3775)
Prosthesis (i.e., artificial body members), parts thereof, or ai
Implantable prosthesis
Bone
C606S070000, C606S280000, C606S289000
Reexamination Certificate
active
08062367
ABSTRACT:
This invention relates to a bony fixation system and method for use as a prosthetic implant. The system and method includes a plate dimensioned to be situated between adjacent bony structures, such as adjacent vertebrae. Screws are provided in one embodiment and are dimensioned or configured to be inserted into a bony structure and to lock against each other to retain the screws and consequently secure the plate in place against the bony structure.
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Barrett Thomas C.
Jacox Meckstroth & Jenkins
Lawson Matthew
X-spine Systems, Inc.
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