Patent ID: 8414621
Filing Date: 2013-04-09
Classification: A61B,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A modular stabilization system for the stabilization of the spinal column or other bones comprising: a first stabilization element having a longitudinal axis; a second stabilization element having a longitudinal axis; at least one bone anchor comprising a shaft to be anchored in the bone, a receiving part comprising a recess for receiving at least one of the first stabilization element and the second stabilization element, and a securing device for securing the at least one of the first stabilization element and the second stabilization element in the receiving part when the at least one of the first stabilization element and the second stabilization element is in the receiving part; an outer connection element comprising a first part and a second part, at least one of the first part and the second part having a recess configured to be in opposed relation to the other of the first part and the second part to simultaneously receive the first stabilization element and the second stabilization element therein; wherein an end portion of the first stabilization element comprises a structure configured to engage with a corresponding structure of at least one of the first part and the second part of the outer connection element to establish a first form-fit connection; wherein an end portion of the second stabilization element comprises a structure configured to engage with a corresponding structure of at least one of the first part and the second part of the outer connection element to establish a second form-fit connection; and wherein the first and second form-fit connections inhibit movement of the first stabilization element and the second stabilization element away from one another along their longitudinal axes when connection.