Modular multi-level spine stabilization system and method

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 7806913
APP PUB NO 20080045951A1
SERIAL NO

11505760

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A multi-level spine stabilization system comprises a plurality of securing members configured for attachment to a plurality of vertebrae. A plurality of adjustable rods segments extend between the plurality of securing members. The adjustable rod comprises a first rod segment that engages a second rod segment in an adjustable relationship. The length of the rod may be adjusted by moving the first rod segment relative to the second rod segment. For example, the first rod segment may be in a slideable relationship with the second rod segment such that sliding the first rod segment relative to the second rod segment results in a change in the length of the rod. In one embodiment, portions of both the first rod segment and the second rod segment are positioned within and secured to the securing member. Advantageously, the multi-level spine stabilization system described herein may be used to center dynamic portions of the rod between securing members.

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DEPUY SPINE INC325 PARAMOUNT DRIVE RAYNHAM MA 02767

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Andrie, Matthew J South Easton, US 7 604
Bartish,, Jr Charles M Providence, US 21 817
Fanger, Jonathan P Fall River, US 3 331
Kwak, Seungkyu Daniel Grafton, US 50 6595
LaSota, Douglas R Saugus, US 7 548

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