Temporary spinal fixation apparatuses and methods

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 6743231
SERIAL NO

09676622

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Temporary spinal fixation apparatuses and methods are disclosed for temporarily fixing the relative position of spinal implant assemblies until a permanent fixation position is determined. The disclosed apparatuses and methods enhance the ease of placement of spinal implant assemblies and facilitates the accuracy of positioning of the spinal vertebrae. The invention can reduce the number of steps needed to perform spinal surgery and can decrease the likelihood of post-operative complications.

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  • ZIMMER SPINE, INC.

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Boschert, Paul F St. Paul, MN 18 2824
Gray, Eric L Rockford, MN 2 438

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