Cervical spine stabilization method and system
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Feb 27, 2001
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Nov 24, 1999
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Nov 30, 1998
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An apparatus for retaining first and second cervical vertebrae of a spinal column in a desired spatial relationship includes a pair of longitudinal members positionable along the spinal column. A first plate connectable to the first vertebra has an inner side surface for engaging an anterior surface of the first vertebra. The first plate interconnects the pair of longitudinal members. A first fastener is engageable with the first plate for connecting the first plate to the first vertebra. The first fastener has a threaded end portion for engaging the first vertebra. A second plate connectable to the second vertebra has an inner side surface for engaging an anterior surface of the second vertebra. The second plate interconnects the longitudinal members. A second fastener is engageable with the second plate for connecting the second plate to the second vertebra. The second fastener has a threaded end portion for engaging the second vertebra.
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