Intevertebral implant with reduced contact area and method
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Feb 15, 2005
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Aug 2, 2001
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Feb 6, 2001
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Mar 20, 1998
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The disclosure provides fusion implants, instruments and methods for insertion of the implants between opposing vertebral bodies to facilitate stabilization or arthrodesis of an intervertebral joint. A cross section through the longitudinal dimension of the implant is substantially configured in an 'I' shape. In addition to other features, the implants of the invention provide a reduced contact surface area with the interior surface of a bore formed for receiving the implant.
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