SURGICAL CROSS CONNECTOR

摘要

Example embodiments relate generally to an apparatus operable to couple a pair of implantation rods that are surgically implanted adjacent to a plurality of vertebrae. Each implantation rod is secured by at least one fastener element having a head. The apparatus comprises at least one main assembly, said main assembly operable to move relative to a head of one of the fastener elements when not in a locked position. The apparatus also comprises a center link extending in an axial direction, said center link operable to move relative to the main assembly when not in a locked position. The main assembly is operable to receive the center link and a head of one of the fastener elements and secure the center link and the head relative to the main assembly when in a locked position.

主权项

1. An apparatus operable to couple a pair of implantation rods, wherein each implantation rod is secured by at least two fastener elements having a head, said apparatus comprising:
at least one main assembly, said main assembly operable to move relative to a head of one of the fastener elements when not in a locked position; and a center link extending in an axial direction, said center link operable to move relative to the main assembly when not in a locked position; wherein the main assembly is operable to receive the center link and a head of one of the fastener elements; and wherein the main assembly is operable to secure the center link and the head relative to the main assembly when in a locked position.