公开(公告)号：US20100179602A1

公开(公告)日：2010-07-15

申请号：US12321099

申请日：2009-01-15

Applicant: Andrew Dauster ,  Matthew Kovach ,  Paul Weaver

Inventor： Andrew Dauster ,  Matthew Kovach ,  Paul Weaver

IPC: A61B17/58 ,  A61B17/70

CPC classification number: A61B17/7032 ,  A61B17/7086

Abstract: A receiver body for an elongated spinal fixation element includes a housing portion with one or more flanges extending outwardly. In one embodiment, the receiver body includes first and second flanges extending outwardly from the housing portion. The housing portion includes first and second slots that form a passage through the housing portion. Each flange has a circular perimeter edge and a chamfered section, the chamfered section having a notched undercut for engagement with an instrument. In another embodiment, the receiver body includes a housing portion having a circular flange with a first chamfered section and a second chamfered section diametrically opposite the first chamfered section. The first chamfered section has a first aperture that opens out beneath the flange, and the second chamfered section has a second aperture that opens out beneath the flange. The first and second apertures form diametrically opposed pivot-attachment points for an instrument.

Abstract translation: 用于细长脊柱固定元件的接收器主体包括具有向外延伸的一个或多个凸缘的壳体部分。 在一个实施例中，接收器主体包括从壳体部分向外延伸的第一和第二凸缘。 壳体部分包括形成通过壳体部分的通道的第一和第二槽。 每个凸缘具有圆形周边边缘和倒角部分，倒角部分具有用于与仪器接合的切口底切。 在另一个实施例中，接收器主体包括壳体部分，该壳体部分具有带有第一倒角部分的圆形凸缘和与第一倒角部分直径相对的第二倒角部分。 第一倒角部分具有在凸缘下方开口的第一孔，并且第二倒角部分具有在凸缘下方开口的第二孔。 第一和第二孔形成用于仪器的直径相对的枢轴连接点。

公开(公告)号：US08540718B2

公开(公告)日：2013-09-24

申请号：US11975922

申请日：2007-10-23

Applicant: Andrew Dauster ,  Matthew Kovach ,  Paul Weaver

Inventor： Andrew Dauster ,  Matthew Kovach ,  Paul Weaver

IPC: A61B17/70

CPC classification number: A61B17/1757 ,  A61B17/7086

Abstract: A rod persuader assembly includes a tubular body, an inner shaft and an outer shaft. The inner shaft is axially displaceable relative to the tubular body, and has a gripping end and a handle end. The outer shaft is axially displaceable relative to the tubular body, and has a rod reducing end. In one embodiment, the handle end is rotatable relative to the gripping end. In another embodiment, the gripping end includes a cylindrical socket. In yet another embodiment, the rod persuader assembly is operable in two separate and independent stages to secure the instrument to an implant, and advance a rod into the implant.

公开(公告)号：US09138265B2

公开(公告)日：2015-09-22

申请号：US13423673

申请日：2012-03-19

Applicant: Andrew Dauster ,  Anthony R. Maslowski ,  Peyman Pakzaban ,  Scott Webb

Inventor： Andrew Dauster ,  Anthony R. Maslowski ,  Peyman Pakzaban ,  Scott Webb

IPC: A61B17/70 ,  A61B1/317

CPC classification number: A61B17/7076 ,  A61B1/317 ,  A61B17/7035 ,  A61B17/708 ,  A61B17/7085

Abstract: Apparatuses and methods for inserting elongated fixation elements into screw implants include one or components for visualizing the insertion process from a unique vantage point. One apparatus features a steering apparatus for adjusting the position of a receiver element on a screw implant, so that an elongated fixation element, such as a rod, can be inserted through a transverse passage in the receiver element. The steering apparatus may include an extension tube and a steering control member coupled to the extension tube. The extension tube may be configured for coupling to the receiver element, and the steering control member may be configured for coupling to the extension tube. The steering control member may include an opening for receiving an endoscope. The endoscope may be used to visually monitor the elongated fixation element as it is inserted into the transverse passage of the receiver element.

Abstract translation: 将细长的固定元件插入螺钉植入物中的装置和方法包括用于从独特优势点可视化插入过程的一个或多个部件。 一种装置具有用于调节螺钉植入物上的接收器元件的位置的转向装置，使得细长的固定元件（例如杆）能够穿过接收器元件中的横向通道插入。 转向装置可以包括延伸管和联接到延伸管的转向控制构件。 延伸管可以被配置为联接到接收器元件，并且转向控制构件可以被配置为联接到延伸管。 转向控制部件可以包括用于接收内窥镜的开口。 当细长的固定元件被插入到接收器元件的横向通道中时，内窥镜可以用于可视地监视细长的固定元件。

公开(公告)号：US20090163962A1

公开(公告)日：2009-06-25

申请号：US11961379

申请日：2007-12-20

Applicant: ANDREW DAUSTER ,  MATTHEW KOVACH ,  PAUL WEAVER

Inventor： ANDREW DAUSTER ,  MATTHEW KOVACH ,  PAUL WEAVER

IPC: A61B17/56 ,  A61B17/58

CPC classification number: A61B17/7032 ,  A61B17/7034 ,  A61B17/7037 ,  A61B17/7091 ,  A61B2090/037

Abstract: An instrument includes components configured to secure a locking device inside a rod fixation assembly. In one embodiment, an instrument includes an outer sleeve and a pusher member arranged telescopically within the outer sleeve. A drive assembly cooperatively engages the pusher member. In another embodiment, an instrument includes an outer sleeve, a pusher member arranged telescopically within the outer sleeve, and a pair of drive assemblies. A first drive assembly engages the pusher member to distally advance the pusher member under a first loading. A second drive assembly also engages the pusher member to distally advance the pusher member under a second loading, the second loading being substantially greater than the first loading. In another embodiment, a method for reducing and locking a spinal rod includes the step of advancing a locking element while the locking element is retained in a fixed orientation.

Abstract translation: 仪器包括构造成将锁定装置固定在杆固定组件内的部件。 在一个实施例中，仪器包括外套筒和可伸缩地布置在外套筒内的推动器构件。 驱动组件协同地接合推动器构件。 在另一个实施例中，仪器包括外套筒，可伸缩地布置在外套筒内的推动器构件和一对驱动组件。 第一驱动组件接合推动器构件以在第一负载下向远侧推进推动器构件。 第二驱动组件还接合推动器构件以在第二负载下向远侧推进推动器构件，第二负载基本上大于第一负载。 在另一个实施例中，用于减小和锁定脊柱杆的方法包括在锁定元件保持固定方向的同时推进锁定元件的步骤。

公开(公告)号：US20090105712A1

公开(公告)日：2009-04-23

申请号：US11975922

申请日：2007-10-23

Applicant: Andrew Dauster ,  Matthew Kovach ,  Paul Weaver

Inventor： Andrew Dauster ,  Matthew Kovach ,  Paul Weaver

IPC: A61B17/58

CPC classification number: A61B17/1757 ,  A61B17/7086

Abstract: A rod persuader assembly includes a tubular body, an inner shaft and an outer shaft. The inner shaft is axially displaceable relative to the tubular body, and has a gripping end and a handle end. The outer shaft is axially displaceable relative to the tubular body, and has a rod reducing end. In one embodiment, the handle end is rotatable relative to the gripping end. In another embodiment, the gripping end includes a cylindrical socket. In yet another embodiment, the rod persuader assembly is operable in two separate and independent stages to secure the instrument to an implant, and advance a rod into the implant.

Abstract translation: 杆式推杆组件包括管状体，内轴和外轴。 内轴可相对于管状体轴向移动，并具有夹持端和手柄端。 外轴可相对于管状体轴向移动，并具有杆减小端。 在一个实施例中，手柄端可相对于夹持端旋转。 在另一个实施例中，夹持端包括圆柱形插座。 在另一个实施例中，杆式辅助器组件可在两个独立和独立的阶段中操作，以将仪器固定到植入物上，并将杆推进到植入物中。

公开(公告)号：US08998958B2

公开(公告)日：2015-04-07

申请号：US11961379

申请日：2007-12-20

Applicant: Andrew Dauster ,  Matthew Kovach ,  Paul Weaver

Inventor： Andrew Dauster ,  Matthew Kovach ,  Paul Weaver

IPC: A61B17/70 ,  A61B19/00

CPC classification number: A61B17/7032 ,  A61B17/7034 ,  A61B17/7037 ,  A61B17/7091 ,  A61B2090/037

Abstract: An instrument includes components configured to secure a locking device inside a rod fixation assembly. In one embodiment, an instrument includes an outer sleeve and a pusher member arranged telescopically within the outer sleeve. A drive assembly cooperatively engages the pusher member. In another embodiment, an instrument includes an outer sleeve, a pusher member arranged telescopically within the outer sleeve, and a pair of drive assemblies. A first drive assembly engages the pusher member to distally advance the pusher member under a first loading. A second drive assembly also engages the pusher member to distally advance the pusher member under a second loading, the second loading being substantially greater than the first loading. In another embodiment, a method for reducing and locking a spinal rod includes the step of advancing a locking element while the locking element is retained in a fixed orientation.

Abstract translation: 仪器包括构造成将锁定装置固定在杆固定组件内的部件。 在一个实施例中，仪器包括外套筒和可伸缩地布置在外套筒内的推动器构件。 驱动组件协同地接合推动器构件。 在另一个实施例中，仪器包括外套筒，可伸缩地布置在外套筒内的推动器构件和一对驱动组件。 第一驱动组件接合推动器构件以在第一负载下向远侧推进推动器构件。 第二驱动组件还接合推动器构件以在第二负载下向远侧推进推动器构件，第二负载基本上大于第一负载。 在另一个实施例中，用于减小和锁定脊柱杆的方法包括在锁定元件保持固定方向的同时推进锁定元件的步骤。

公开(公告)号：US20130030445A1

公开(公告)日：2013-01-31

申请号：US13558777

申请日：2012-07-26

Applicant: Andrew Dauster ,  Fabian Hoefer

Inventor： Andrew Dauster ,  Fabian Hoefer

IPC: A61B17/88

CPC classification number: A61B17/708 ,  A61B17/7076 ,  A61B17/7085 ,  A61B17/7091

Abstract: An instrument assembly includes a downtube having a tubular body with a proximal end and a distal end. In one embodiment, the proximal end forms an opening for receiving a surgical tool, and the distal end forms at least two attachment members for attaching to a bone anchor. The tubular body forms a hollow passage extending from the proximal end to the distal end. The assembly includes a key for insertion into the proximal end of the downtube to attach the downtube to a bone anchor. The key includes an engagement end configured to engage the at least two attachment members when the key is inserted into the downtube. The key is rotatable within the tubular body between a clamping orientation and a releasing orientation.

Abstract translation: 仪器组件包括具有近端和远端的管状主体的下管。 在一个实施例中，近端形成用于接收外科工具的开口，并且远端形成用于附接到骨锚的至少两个附接构件。 管状体形成从近端延伸到远端的中空通道。 组件包括用于插入下管的近端的钥匙以将下管附接到骨锚。 钥匙包括配合端，其配置成当钥匙插入下管时与所述至少两个附接构件接合。 该键可在管状体内在夹紧方向和释放方向之间旋转。

公开(公告)号：US08211111B2

公开(公告)日：2012-07-03

申请号：US12397807

申请日：2009-03-04

Applicant: Andrew Dauster ,  Matthew Kovach ,  Paul Weaver

Inventor： Andrew Dauster ,  Matthew Kovach ,  Paul Weaver

IPC: A61B17/70

CPC classification number: A61B17/7086

Abstract: An instrument for manipulating a spinal fixation rod includes a gripping section for engaging a spinal implant and a lever body pivotally attached to the gripping section. A rod carrier extends from one side of the lever body and is adapted to push a spinal fixation rod downwardly into the spinal implant.

Abstract translation: 用于操纵脊柱固定杆的仪器包括用于接合脊柱植入物的夹持部分和可枢转地附接到抓握部分的杆体。 杆托架从杠杆体的一侧延伸并且适于将脊柱固定杆向下推入脊椎植入物中。

公开(公告)号：US09901378B2

公开(公告)日：2018-02-27

申请号：US13558777

申请日：2012-07-26

Applicant: Andrew Dauster ,  Fabian Hoefer

Inventor： Andrew Dauster ,  Fabian Hoefer

IPC: A61B17/70

CPC classification number: A61B17/708 ,  A61B17/7076 ,  A61B17/7085 ,  A61B17/7091

Abstract: An instrument assembly includes a downtube having a tubular body with a proximal end and a distal end. In one embodiment, the proximal end forms an opening for receiving a surgical tool, and the distal end forms at least two attachment members for attaching to a bone anchor. The tubular body forms a hollow passage extending from the proximal end to the distal end. The assembly includes a key for insertion into the proximal end of the downtube to attach the downtube to a bone anchor. The key includes an engagement end configured to engage the at least two attachment members when the key is inserted into the downtube. The key is rotatable within the tubular body between a clamping orientation and a releasing orientation.

公开(公告)号：US09005260B2

公开(公告)日：2015-04-14

申请号：US12321099

申请日：2009-01-15

Applicant: Andrew Dauster ,  Matthew Kovach ,  Paul Weaver

Inventor： Andrew Dauster ,  Matthew Kovach ,  Paul Weaver

IPC: A61B17/04 ,  A61B17/70

CPC classification number: A61B17/7032 ,  A61B17/7086

Abstract: A receiver body for an elongated spinal fixation element includes a housing portion with one or more flanges extending outwardly. In one embodiment, the receiver body includes first and second flanges extending outwardly from the housing portion. The housing portion includes first and second slots that form a passage through the housing portion. Each flange has a circular perimeter edge and a chamfered section, the chamfered section having a notched undercut for engagement with an instrument. In another embodiment, the receiver body includes a housing portion having a circular flange with a first chamfered section and a second chamfered section diametrically opposite the first chamfered section. The first chamfered section has a first aperture that opens out beneath the flange, and the second chamfered section has a second aperture that opens out beneath the flange. The first and second apertures form diametrically opposed pivot-attachment points for an instrument.

Abstract translation: 用于细长脊柱固定元件的接收器主体包括具有向外延伸的一个或多个凸缘的壳体部分。 在一个实施例中，接收器主体包括从壳体部分向外延伸的第一和第二凸缘。 壳体部分包括形成通过壳体部分的通道的第一和第二槽。 每个凸缘具有圆形周边边缘和倒角部分，倒角部分具有用于与仪器接合的切口底切。 在另一个实施例中，接收器主体包括壳体部分，该壳体部分具有带有第一倒角部分的圆形凸缘和与第一倒角部分直径相对的第二倒角部分。 第一倒角部分具有在凸缘下方开口的第一孔，并且第二倒角部分具有在凸缘下方开口的第二孔。 第一和第二孔形成用于仪器的直径相对的枢轴连接点。