Spinal stabilization system for the stabilization and...

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2011-05-17

2011-05-17

Robert, Eduardo C (Department: 3733)

Surgery

Instruments

Orthopedic instrumentation

C606S246000, C606S267000, C606S277000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07942906

ABSTRACT:
The present invention includes a system and method for the stabilization and fixation of the lumbar spine. Another aspect of the invention includes a system and method for the stabilization and fixation of the lumbar spine in a minimally invasive manner. The system can include a plurality of pedicle screws, a support rod, a plurality of rod clamps, and a plurality of coupling members. In one aspect, each coupling member can be configured to engage a proximal portion of a pedicle screw and can have a socket portion that is configured to receive a socket engaging portion of the rod clamp, such that the coupling member and the pedicle screw can be pivoted three-dimensionally relative to the rod clamp and the support rod.

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