System and method for performing spinal fixation

Details System and method for performing spinal fixation System and method for performing spinal fixation

2005-01-06

2010-11-16

Robert, Eduardo C (Department: 3733)

Surgery

Instruments

Orthopedic instrumentation

C606S264000, C606S265000, C606S278000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07833251

ABSTRACT:
The present invention relates to medical devices and methods generally aimed at spinal surgery. In particular, the disclosed system and associated methods relate to performing spinal fixation.

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