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Adjustable bone fusion implant and method

  • US 6,648,917 B2
  • Filed: 10/17/2001
  • Issued: 11/18/2003
  • Est. Priority Date: 10/17/2001
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A method for fusing two adjacent bones or pieces of bone, the method comprising:

  • inserting an adjustable fusion implant between two adjacent bones or pieces of bone, the fusion implant comprising a first plate and an opposing second plate with a compartment formed therebetween;

    expanding a portion of a tool inserted within the fusion implant so as to expand the fusion implant between the bones or pieces of bone;

    removing the tool from within the fusion implant; and

    inserting a reinforcing member between the first plate and the second plate.

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