Rod introduction apparatus
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1. A multiple action insertion apparatus for engaging a longitudinal member and an implant, comprising:
- an implant holder including a first clamping branch and a second clamping branch cooperable with said first clamping branch to hold to an implant;
a reduction mechanism interconnected with said implant holder, said reduction mechanism having a distal end for engaging the longitudinal member, wherein said reduction mechanism urges the longitudinal member into vertical alignment with the implant; and
a lateral approximator mechanism interconnected with said implant holder, said lateral approximator mechanism having a distal end disposed adjacent said first and second clamping branches, said distal end adapted to engage the longitudinal member, wherein said lateral approximator mechanism urges the longitudinal member into lateral alignment with the implant.
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Abstract
An introduction apparatus for approximating a longitudinal member and an implant to permit fixation therebetween. The introduction apparatus having a gripping nose for securely engaging an implant, a lateral approximation mechanism for laterally aligning an implant and an offset longitudinal member, and a reduction mechanism for reducing the vertical distance between the implant and the longitudinal member. The introduction apparatus is provide with a gripping nose actuated by axial movement of a clamping shaft in an outer sleeve. The clamping shaft further includes an axial cannula for passage of a fastener to the implant.
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1. A multiple action insertion apparatus for engaging a longitudinal member and an implant, comprising:
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an implant holder including a first clamping branch and a second clamping branch cooperable with said first clamping branch to hold to an implant; a reduction mechanism interconnected with said implant holder, said reduction mechanism having a distal end for engaging the longitudinal member, wherein said reduction mechanism urges the longitudinal member into vertical alignment with the implant; and a lateral approximator mechanism interconnected with said implant holder, said lateral approximator mechanism having a distal end disposed adjacent said first and second clamping branches, said distal end adapted to engage the longitudinal member, wherein said lateral approximator mechanism urges the longitudinal member into lateral alignment with the implant. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5)
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6. A multiple action insertion apparatus for engaging a longitudinal member and an implant, comprising:
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means for attaching to an implant; means for lateral approximation of a longitudinal member laterally offset from the implant, said means for lateral approximation interconnected with said means for attaching; and means for vertical reduction of the longitudinal member vertically offset from the implant, said means for vertical reduction interconnected with said means for attaching, wherein said means for lateral approximation laterally aligns the longitudinal member over the implant and said means for vertical reduction vertically aligns the longitudinal member with the implant.
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7. An implant holder for holding an implant adapted to receive a fastener, comprising:
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means for gripping the implant said means for gripping including a gripping end and a handle defining a longitudinal cannula having a distal end adjacent said gripping end, said cannula adapted to receive a fastener cooperable with said implant; wherein said means for gripping includes a first clamping branch and a second clamping branch defining said gripping end, said first and second clamping branches aligned in a spaced relationship and cooperable to engage the implant, and wherein said handle defines a series of threads opposite said gripping end, and further including a sleeve defining an internal channel adapted to receive at least a portion of said gripping end and said handle, and a nut rotatably mounted on said sleeve, said nut cooperable with said threads on said handle. - View Dependent Claims (8, 9)
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10. An implant holder for gripping an implant, comprising:
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a shaft having a gripping end with a portion, said gripping end defining a first clamping branch and a cooperable second clamping branch, said first and second clamping branches tending to assume an insertion position defining a first distance between said first and second clamping branches, and said first and second clamping branches compressible into a clamping position defining a second distance between said first and second clamping branches, said first distance greater than said second distance; and a sleeve defining an interior channel, said shaft slidably received within said interior channel, said shaft moveable between a first position with said portion extending from said sleeve and a second position with said portion drawn into said sleeve; wherein movement of said shaft within said tubular sleeve from said first position to said second position controls said first and second clamping branches from said insertion position to said clamping position. - View Dependent Claims (11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23)
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24. An implant holder having a rod reduction mechanism for vertically aligning a longitudinal member and an implant, comprising:
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means for gripping the implant; a sleeve having an axis and a distal end adapted to engage the longitudinal member, said sleeve having an axial bore sized to receive said means for gripping, said means for gripping slidably received within said axial bore; and means for axially displacing said sleeve with respect to said means for gripping, whereby a vertical offset longitudinal member is urged into alignment with the implant. - View Dependent Claims (25, 26, 27)
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28. A method for interconnecting a longitudinal member and an implant adapted to engage the longitudinal member, comprising the steps of:
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providing an introduction apparatus having an attachment mechanism with a cannula and a vertical reduction mechanism; attaching the introduction apparatus to the implant; operating the vertical reduction mechanism to force the longitudinal member into alignment with the implant; inserting a fastener through the cannula; interconnecting the fastener and the implant, wherein the longitudinal member is securely attached to the implant; and removing the introduction apparatus.
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29. A method for interconnecting a longitudinal member and an implant adapted to engage the longitudinal member, comprising the steps of:
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providing an introduction apparatus having an attachment mechanism, a lateral approximation lever, and a vertical reduction mechanism; attaching the introduction apparatus to the implant; engaging a laterally offset longitudinal member with one end of the lateral approximator lever; rotating the lever to urge the longitudinal member into lateral alignment with the implant; operating the vertical reduction mechanism to force the longitudinal member into vertical alignment with the implant; and interconnecting the longitudinal member and the implant. - View Dependent Claims (30)
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