Prosthetic device for spinal joint reconstruction
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Jan 31, 2008
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Jul 27, 2006
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Jul 27, 2006
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A prosthetic device for placement in an intervertebral space defined between an upper vertebra and a lower vertebra to provide articulating motion to the upper and lower vertebrae. The prosthetic device may include a first articular portion configured to be at least partially disposed in the intervertebral space and adjacent to the first vertebra and a second articular portion configured to be at least partially disposed in the intervertebral space and adjacent to the second vertebra. A hemispherical member is also included, about which the first and second articular portions can articulate. A flexible member flexibly secures the hemispherical member to the first articular portion. A method of implanting also is disclosed.
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