Self retaining set screw inserter

Details Self retaining set screw inserter Self retaining set screw inserter

2011-03-22

2011-03-22

Robert, Eduardo C (Department: 3733)

Surgery

Instruments

Orthopedic instrumentation

Reexamination Certificate

active

07909834

ABSTRACT:
A self retaining screw inserter for inserting, positioning and removing a set screw of a spinal fixation system, includes an active reverse-collet retainer. The active reverse-collet retainer has fingers configured to move outward to engage and retain a set screw. When engaged, the fingers flare outward to engage the set screw.

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