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Method of inserting and preloading spinal implants

  • US 6,080,155 A
  • Filed: 02/27/1995
  • Issued: 06/27/2000
  • Est. Priority Date: 06/13/1988
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A method for inserting a spinal implant across a disc space between two adjacent vertebrae, the method comprising the steps of:

  • positioning into the disc space between the adjacent vertebrae a guard having an extension for insertion into the disc space and for bearing against end plates of the adjacent vertebrae to restore the spacing of the disc space between the adjacent vertebrae;

    forming, through said guard, an opening across the disc space; and

    inserting said implant into the opening.

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