Dual rod cross connectors and inserter tools

作者: Daniel Huan Kim , Michael Carl Michielli

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摘要: An implantable spinal cross connector is provided for connecting one or more fixation devices, and preferably two rods that are implanted within a patient's system. In general, an exemplary in accordance with the present invention includes elongate body at least rod-receiving recess formed therein, locking mechanism adapted to couple effective lock rod recess(es). The also provides inserter tool facilitate implanting implant device, such as connector.

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