CIRCUMFERENTIAL VERTEBRAL COLUMN FIXATION SYSTEM

摘要

A circumferential vertebral column fixation systems includes an elongated engagement bar including at least two spaced apart fastener holes configured to be positioned within a vertebral body or other spinal bony segment such that fasteners inserted into the vertebral body or spinal bony segment are provided with an anchor point to help prevent fastener pull out. The engagement bar can further include a locking bar disposed within the engagement bar which can lock the fasteners to the engagement bar. Methods of using the circumferential vertebral column fixation system are also disclosed.

主权项

1. A circumferential vertebral column fixation system comprising:
an elongated engagement bar configured to traverse a spinal bony segment comprising at least two spaced apart fastener holes, each fastener hole having a first opening and a second opening opposite the first opening; and at least two fasteners configured to engage with the at least two fastener holes of the elongated engagement bar; wherein the first opening of each fastener hole is positioned on a top surface of the engagement bar and the second opening of each fastener hole is positioned on a bottom surface of the engagement bar opposite the top surface.