Patent ID: 9668773
Date: 2017-06-06
CPC Classifications: A61B

Claim:
1. An implant system for correcting deformities comprising: a proximal extension having a hollow interior, wherein the proximal extension is attached to a first rib hook; a distal extension configured to be received within the hollow interior of the proximal extension, wherein the distal extension is attached to a second rib hook, wherein at least one of the first and second rib hooks includes a band threaded through the rib hook such that the band is configured to wrap around a rib to securely attach the rib hook to the rib, wherein a set screw locks down on the band to secure the band in the first or second rib hook; a locking element configured to lock the distal extension from moving with respect to the proximal extension; wherein the distal extension is configured with ratchet teeth on a top surface for interacting with a distractor instrument for contacting or distracting the distal extension with respect to the proximal extension.