Micro-Flail Assembly And Method Of Use For The Preparation Of A Nucleus/Vertebral End Cap Of A Spine
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Aug 20, 2009
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Feb 13, 2009
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Feb 13, 2008
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The present disclosure provides a micro-flail assembly and associated method of use for the preparation of a nucleus/vertebral end cap of a spine. The micro-flail assembly is utilized in the formation of a nucleus/vertebral end cap between adjacent vertebrae while simultaneously protecting an adjacent annulus with a protective sheath. The protective sheath also acts as a guide while the micro-flail assembly is pivoted to form the end cap. Advantageously, the present invention can be utilized with a variety of surgical procedures including minimally invasive surgery. The formation of the end cap can be done in preparation of providing an insert device (e.g., bone graft, cage, artificial disc, or the like).
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