Variable angle connection assembly

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9408640
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13966012

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In a preferred embodiment, the present invention provides a connection assembly that can be used to securely connect a spinal implant to a bone anchor. In particular, the present invention preferably provides a variable angle connection assembly that is able to securely connect the spinal implant to the anchors even when there is a variance in the angle and position of the anchors with respect to the spinal implant. Furthermore, in a preferred embodiment, the present invention provides a connection assembly that will not inadvertently lock the components of the connection assembly preventing the relative movement of the components.

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  • GLOBUS MEDICAL, INC.

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Glerum, Chad Pennsburg, US 211 13693
Harper, Michael Pottstown, US 92 946

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