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Instruments and methods for nerve monitoring in spinal surgical procedures

  • US 20060200023A1
  • Filed: 03/04/2005
  • Published: 09/07/2006
  • Est. Priority Date: 03/04/2005
  • Status: Abandoned Application
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1. A system for monitoring nerve proximity during a spinal surgical procedure in a patient, comprising:

  • an anchor engage able to a vertebral body; and

    an extender including an elongated body extending between a distal end removably mountable to said anchor and a proximal end, said body being comprised of an electrically conductive material and further including an insulating member about at least a portion of said body of said extender, said insulating member being comprised of a material having properties to insulate structures adjacent said portion of said body from an electrical signal delivered through said body of said extender to said anchor when said extender is mounted to said anchor in the patient.

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