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GRIPPING DEVICE FOR A PEDICLE SCREW

  • US 20170027612A1
  • Filed: 07/29/2016
  • Published: 02/02/2017
  • Est. Priority Date: 07/31/2015
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. Gripping device (1) enabling the introduction and attachment of a set screw (101) within a U-shaped link connector (102) of a polyaxial or monoaxial pedicle screw (103) to immobilize a connecting rod (104) of an osteosynthesis device (100) which is known per se, characterized in that it includes:

  • A means for locking (2) which is supported against the link connector (102) making it possible to ensure alignment between the principal axes of said gripping device (1) and those of the link connector (102) and to ensure that the connecting rod (104) is kept on the inside of said link connector;

    And a means for releasing (3) the gripping device (1) after establishing and screwing the set screw (101) inside the link connector (102).

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