Spine implant insertion device and method

Details Spine implant insertion device and method Spine implant insertion device and method

2011-06-14

2011-06-14

Robert, Eduardo C (Department: 3733)

Prosthesis (i.e., artificial body members), parts thereof, or ai

Implantable prosthesis

Bone

C623S017160, C606S099000, C606S249000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07959675

ABSTRACT:
A spinal implant include a top, wherein at least a portion of the top is configured to contact a first vertebra, a bottom, wherein at least a portion of the bottom is configured to contact a second vertebra, a side having a releasable attachment to receive an insertion device and a cam surface to engage a cam on the insertion device.

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