Spinal fixation method and system

Details Spinal fixation method and system Spinal fixation method and system

1987-07-24

1988-12-13

Hafer, Robert A.

Surgery

Truss

Perineal

128 92YM, 128 92YF, A61F 500

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active

047902973

ABSTRACT:
A method of and system for fixing one or more levels of the vertebrae of a spinal column. Elongated guide wires are provided for being inserted into the vertebrae. A rigid plate is provided for being placed over the vertebrae with the guide wires passing therethrough. Cannulated screws are provided for being inserted over the guide wires, through the plate and into the vertebrae for securing the plate to the vertebrae.

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