Surgery – Instruments – Orthopedic instrumentation
Reexamination Certificate
2011-05-03
2011-05-03
Robert, Eduardo C (Department: 3775)
Surgery
Instruments
Orthopedic instrumentation
Reexamination Certificate
active
07935124
ABSTRACT:
This invention relates to methods and instruments for performing disc space preparation and implant insertion from a unilateral approach to the spine through a posterior lateral opening to the disc space. The instruments include spreaders, distractors, reamers, scrapers, cutters, chisels, rasps, pushers and implant inserters. A surgical procedure is provided that allows bilateral support of the adjacent vertebrae with at least one interbody fusion device inserted into the disc space via a unilateral approach. Implants for insertion into the disc space are also provided.
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Frey George
Josse Loic
Liu Mingyan
White John L.
Robert Eduardo C
Sevilla Christian
Warsaw Orthopedic Inc.
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