Visualization systems, instruments and methods of using the same in spinal decompression procedures

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9675303
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13844324

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A method for positioning a treatment instrument in a subject involves positioning a tissue protector of a visualization instrument in an epidural space of the subject. The tissue protector is viewed and positioned in the epidural space using fluoroscopy. A treatment instrument between a first vertebra and a second vertebra and while viewing the tissue protector positioned in the epidural space. A decompression procedure is performed using the treatment instrument.

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  • VERTIFLEX, INC.

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Choi, Andy W Irvine, US 7 167
Haley, Thomas R Lafayette Hill, US 3 45
Lynch, Scott C San Clemente, US 4 284

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