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Method and device for treating intervertebral disc herniations

  • US 6,805,715 B2
  • Filed: 05/16/2002
  • Issued: 10/19/2004
  • Est. Priority Date: 10/09/2001
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. In a method for treating a herniated intervertebral disc utilizing an endoscopic procedure, comprising the steps of:

  • a) creating an access port in the annulus of the herniated disc;

    b) removing nucleus pulposus from the disc through said access port and creating a disc space;

    c) inserting and inflating a balloon structure in said disc space;

    d) allowing the growth of fibrocartilegenus tissue in said disc space; and

    e) removing said balloon structure between one month and three years and subsequent the ingrowth of said fibrocartilegenus tissue.

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