Methods and instrumentation for vertebral interbody fusion
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Jun 1, 2004
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Jun 6, 2002
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Sep 27, 2001
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Feb 4, 1999
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Methods and instrumentation particularly adapted for disc space preparation for insertion of implants from an anterior approach to the spine are provided. The instruments include a guide sleeve defining a channel having overlapping cylindrical working channel portions and lateral non-distracting extensions extending from reduced thickness wall portions. The guide sleeve has an overall reduced width configuration. A pair of distractors are provided. A first distractor includes a shaft and distal tip, and the second distractor includes a shaft and distal tip. The first and second distractors can be used with the guide sleeve. Methods using the disclosed instruments are also provided.
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