Abstract: This disclosure describes a several examples of a surgical fixation system including a plurality of anchor assemblies connected by one or more spinal rods. The anchor assemblies include a staple, bone anchor, staple cap, and lock nut. The surgical fixation system is configured for implantation on a lateral aspect of the spine.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
March 8, 2012
Date of Patent:
March 31, 2015
Assignee:
NuVasive, Inc.
Inventors:
Seth Gustine, Spencer Pettine, Kade T. Huntsman