Method and apparatus for flexible fixation of a spine
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Aug 9, 2011
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Aug 11, 2005
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Mar 2, 2005
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Sep 24, 2003
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A flexible connection unit for use in a spinal stabilization device, comprising a longitudinal member having first and second end portions and a flexible portion located between the end portions, wherein the flexible portion comprises at least one spacer and a flexible member located in a longitudinal axial channel of the at least one spacer, wherein the flexible member comprises a biocompatible metal material and the end portions maintain the at least one spacer in a substantially fixed longitudinal axial position with respect to the flexible member.
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