Vertebral implants and methods for installation thereof

摘要

Embodiments herein are generally directed to vertebral implants and implant trials for use with vertebral implant assemblies. In some embodiments, these implants and implant trials may be used in conjunction with corpectomy procedures.

主权项

1. A method of installing a vertebral implant assembly, comprising:
providing a vertebral implant assembly, comprising:
a vertebral implant comprising a first engagement member; anda first polyaxial endplate assembly comprising a first receiving member having a tapered channel, a first articulable plate member articulably disposed within the receiving member, a first locking member disposed within the articulable plate member, and a first wedge member slideably disposed within the tapered channel; coupling the first polyaxial endplate assembly with the first engagement member; and applying force to the first wedge member to stabilize an orientation of the articulable plate member of the first polyaxial assembly relative to the vertebral implant, wherein a securing element applies the force to the first wedge member such that the first wedge member applies a first locking force to the first locking member and a second, opposite locking force to the first receiving member.