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US 2009/0112326 A1Published application
In situ adjustable dynamic intervertebral implant
AssigneeDisc Dynamics, Inc.
InventorsJean-Charles Lehuec, Erik O. Martz
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AssigneeDisc Dynamics, Inc.
InventorsJean-Charles Lehuec, Erik O. Martz
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A system for forming a spinal prosthesis in situ within an intervertebral space located between first and second adjacent vertebrae includes at least one mold having at least one internal compartment adapted to receive at least one flowable biomaterial. The system also includes a retaining member adapted to secure the mold between the first and second vertebrae, the retaining member including first and second portions adapted to be engaged with first and second surfaces of the first and second vertebrae, respectively. The retaining member also includes an intermediate body operatively coupling the first portion to the second portion, the intermediate body adapted to be positioned in or adjacent to the intervertebral space. A biomaterial delivery apparatus is in fluid communication with the mold at a pressure sufficient for the mold to engage with the retaining member. The spinal prosthesis selectively position the first vertebrae relative to the second vertebrae.
A system for forming a spinal prosthesis in situ within an intervertebral space located between first and second adjacent vertebrae, the system comprising:
A system for forming a spinal prosthesis in situ within an intervertebral space defined by first and second adjacent vertebrae, each of the first and second vertebrae having an outer surface, the system comprising:
A method of implanting a spinal prosthesis in an intervertebral space defined by a first and a second vertebrae of a patient's spine, the method comprising:
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