Patent ID: 8702725
Filing Date: 2014-04-22
Classification: A61B

Abstract:
1. A system for positioning a device for pedicle access comprising: a clip for securing the device for pedicle access, wherein the clip is constructed of a radiolucent material the clip being formed as an integral unit and including: a sleeve having a bore, the bore having a threaded portion configured to engage the threaded portion of the shaft, the bore further having a sloped surface configured to engage the first sloped surface and second sloped surface of the first and second jaws, respectively, wherein relative rotation between the sleeve and the clip in a first direction drives the first and second jaws to the closed position, and wherein relative rotation between the sleeve and the clip in a second direction drives the first and second jaws to the open position; and a frame configured for securing the clip, the frame including a plurality of arms joined by joints, wherein the joints are configured to allow the arms to be adjustable with respect to one another when the arms are manipulated by a sufficient outside force and to maintain the arms in position when the arms are not subjected to a sufficient outside force.