HOOK WITH BOLT FOR TREATING SPINAL DEFORMITIES

摘要

This hook is designed for use in the treatment of spinal deformities. It comprises a shank segment (2) that has a longitudinal axis (1) and, perpendicular to the longitudinal axis (1), an attaching longitudinal support (5); it also comprises a hook blade (3) that connects to the shank segment (2), curves away from the longitudinal axis (1) and has a convex back side (34) and a concave front side (35). A through bore (36) extending from the convex back side (34) to the concave front side (35) is provided for locating the bolt (4).