Instruments and methods for inserting artificial intervertebral implants

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 8579911
APP PUB NO 20100004657A1
SERIAL NO

12321373

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Apparatus and methods for preparing a disc space and inserting an intervertebral disc implant therein are disclosed. Among the various instruments disclosed are a midline marker, a reference pin drill and insertion guide, a fin drill guide, a chisel guide, a sizer, a serrated broach, an implant dispenser, and an implant insertion tool. Methods of utilizing these tools are also disclosed.

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HOWMEDICA OSTEONICS CORP325 CORPORATE DRIVE MAHWAH NJ 07430

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Dudasik, Michael W Nutley, US 108 6511

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