Minimally invasive system for manipulating intervertebral...

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2006-12-05

2006-12-05

Hayes, Michael J. (Department: 3734)

Surgery

Instruments

Orthopedic instrumentation

C604S165010

Reexamination Certificate

active

07144397

ABSTRACT:
The present invention relates generally to intervertebral disc devices and methods and instrumentation for intervertebral disc procedures. An intervertebral disc repair and diagnostic device that is minimally invasive, actively guided, and provides direct and consistent access to the inner surface of the posterior anulus, which will not unintentionally exit the posterior anulus and cause harm to the spinal cord, is provided.

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