Patent ID: 8979903
Filing Date: 2015-03-17
Classification: A61B

Abstract:
1. A system for extending a first, implanted spinal fixation element to one or more additional adjacent vertebrae while leaving the first, implanted spinal fixation element in place, the system comprising: a flexible elongated extension member having a longitudinal axis extending between a coupling end portion and a bone engagement end portion, said flexible elongated extension member having a slot being defined by opposed elongated side walls and end walls, the extension member defining a length between said coupling end portion and said bone engagement portion wherein, when implanted, said flexible elongated extension member extends from said first, implanted spinal fixation element to the one or more additional vertebra; a projecting flange extending from the coupling end portion transverse to the longitudinal axis, the projecting flange is configured to align and fix the flexible elongated extension with the implanted spinal fixation element; a first fastener to position said coupling end portion on said first, implanted spinal fixation element; and a second fastener locking said coupling end portion to said first fastener.