Prosthesis (i.e. – artificial body members) – parts thereof – or ai – Implantable prosthesis – Bone
Reexamination Certificate
2005-01-07
2009-06-23
Isabella, David J (Department: 3774)
Prosthesis (i.e., artificial body members), parts thereof, or ai
Implantable prosthesis
Bone
Reexamination Certificate
active
07550010
ABSTRACT:
An artificial spinal joint and methods for replacing at least a portion of a natural intervertebral disc are provided. In some embodiments, at least portions of facet joints are replaced along with the intervertebral disc.
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Hodges Scott D.
Humphreys Steven C.
Isabella David J
Schillinger Ann
Warsaw Orthopedic Inc.
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