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US20100076494A1
US20100076494A1 US12/630,678 US63067809A US2010076494A1 US 20100076494 A1 US20100076494 A1 US 20100076494A1 US 63067809 A US63067809 A US 63067809A US 2010076494 A1 US2010076494 A1 US 2010076494A1
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  • This invention relates to medical devices.
  • bone stabilization/fixation devices to align or position bones
  • spinal bone stabilization/fixation devices to align or position specific vertebrae or a region of the spine
  • spinal fixation elements comprised of a relatively rigid member such as a plate, board or rod that is used as a coupler between adjacent vertebrae.
  • a spinal fixation element can effect a rigid positioning of adjacent vertebrae when attached to the pedicle portion of the vertebrae using pedicle bone anchorage screws.
  • Spinal fixation elements may be introduced to stabilize the various vertebrae of the spine.
  • Some devices for this purpose are designed to be attached directly to the spine, but the generally invasive nature of standard paraspinal approach used to implant these devices poses drawbacks.
  • the use of conventional pedicle screws and hooks is a relatively invasive protocol resulting in muscle disruption and blood loss.
  • the invention provides a medical device for supporting a structure comprising a screw assembly.
  • the screw assembly includes a base, an arm, and an interconnection means for coupling the base to the arm.
  • the interconnection means allows the arm to be positionable in a first position that is parallel to a long axis of the base and positionable in a second position that is perpendicular to the long axis of the base.
  • the base is configured for attachment to a structure in a patient and the arm configured for attachment to a support structure.
  • the structure attached to is bone.
  • the device can include a support structure and the screw assembly can be attached to the support structure by the arm.
  • the screw assembly can be attached to the support structure by the arm.
  • two screw assemblies can be attached to the support structure.
  • the screw assembly can be comprised of a material selected from the group consisting of titanium, stainless steel, carbon fiber, shape memory metal, a biocompatible material and a reabsorbable material and a composite or combination thereof.
  • the screw assembly can be comprised of a continuous piece of shape memory metal.
  • the interconnection means is comprised of shape memory metal.
  • the screw assembly, including the interconnection means is comprised of a piece of metal suited for bending.
  • the screw assembly can be of varying lengths, including an overall length in the range substantially between 0.1 and 100 centimeters. In one implementation, the overall length is in the range substantially between 50 and 600 millimeters. In another implementation, the screw assembly has an overall length sized for subcutaneous support of the spine. In yet another implementation, the screw assembly has an overall length sized for subcutaneous support of the posterior of a spine.
  • the arm of the screw assembly can be comprised of a body, a base yoke and a connector end.
  • the body of the arm can be any of a number of shapes including rod shaped.
  • the base of the screw assembly can be comprised of a base head and an anchor.
  • the anchor can be selected from the group consisting of a screw, staple, hook or nail.
  • the anchor is a screw configured for bone anchoring.
  • the anchor is a screw configured for insertion into the pedicle of a vertebrae.
  • the interconnection means of the screw assembly can be of any of a number of configurations.
  • the interconnection means includes a press-fit cross pin.
  • the interconnection means is comprised of an open saddle head and coupling-cross piece.
  • the interconnection means can also include a setscrew, wherein the setscrew holds the arm and the base together as a single unit. Additionally, the setscrew can be tightened within the interconnection means to effect locking of the arm in a position that is substantially perpendicular to the long axis of the base.
  • the locking means can also include a cam that can function analogously to the setscrew.
  • the device can be comprised of one screw assembly and a support structure, wherein the support structure includes a top surface, a bottom surface, an aperture and two receivers.
  • the aperture can pass from the top surface through to the bottom surface of the support structure, wherein an anchor is disposed within the central aperture in an orientation substantially perpendicular to the top surface of the support structure.
  • the support structure of the device can be comprised of a top surface, a bottom surface and two receivers.
  • Each receiver can include an open-ended saddle type receiver configured for attachment of one or more medical devices.
  • each receiver can include a locking means.
  • the locking means can be a setscrew or cam.
  • the locking means can be oriented within the plane of the top surface such that access to the locking means is from the top surface.
  • the support structure can be configured to receive the medical devices and lock the medical devices to the support structure after the support structure has been installed.
  • the support structure can be comprised of a material selected from the group consisting of titanium, stainless steel, carbon fiber, a biocompatible material, a reabsorbable material and a composite or combination thereof. Additionally, the support structure can include a central aperture passing from the top surface through to the bottom surface of the support structure. An anchor can be disposed within the central aperture in an orientation substantially perpendicular to the top surface of the support structure. Alternatively, the support structure can include a central hinged claw having a threaded hinge-engagement member and nut disposed on the top surface. In use, tightening the nut onto the threaded hinge-engagement member causes a pivoting about the hinge to effect closing of the claw.
  • the device can be comprised of two screw assemblies and a support structure, wherein each screw assembly includes a base, an arm, and an interconnection means for coupling the base to the arm.
  • the interconnection means allows the arm to be positionable in a first position that is parallel to a long axis of the base and positionable in a second position that is perpendicular to the long axis of the base.
  • the base can be configured for attachment to a structure in a patient and the arm configured for attachment to the support structure.
  • the structure attached to is bone.
  • the support structure can include a top surface, a bottom surface and two receivers, wherein each receiver includes an open-ended saddle type receiver configured for attachment to a medical device (e.g., screw assembly).
  • the support structure can also include a locking means, to lock medical devices to the support structure after the support structure has been installed in a patient.
  • the locking means can be setscrews or cams.
  • the support structure in this implementation can include an anchor configured for attachment to a structure in a patient.
  • the structure attached to in a patient is bone.
  • the anchor can be selected from the group consisting of a screw, staple, hook or a nail.
  • a method of use of the invention for supporting the spine can include the steps of: 1) delivering to bone, two screw assemblies having arms, bases and interconnection means; 2) delivering to the vicinity of bone, a support structure having two receivers having locking means for the arms of the screw assemblies; 3) deploying the arms of the screw assemblies; and 4) engaging the locking means of the receivers to secure the arms of the screw assemblies to the support structure.
  • Another method of use of the invention for supporting the spine can include the steps of: 1) delivering to bone, two screw assemblies having arms, bases and interconnection means; 2) delivering to bone, a support structure having a central aperture with a locking means and an anchor, and two receivers having locking means for the arms of the screw assemblies; 3) deploying the arms of the screw assemblies; and 4) engaging the locking means of the receivers to secure the arms of the screw assemblies to the support structure.
  • Yet another method of use of the invention for supporting the spine can include the steps of: 1) delivering to bone, a screw assembly having an arm, base and interconnection means; 2) delivering to bone, a support structure having a central aperture with a locking means and an anchor, and a receiver having locking means for the arm of a screw assembly; 3) deploying the arm of the screw assembly; and 4) engaging the locking means of the receiver to secure the arm of the screw assembly to the support structure.
  • the medical device support structure can include an anchor, a receiver, and a locking means; wherein the anchor is configured for attachment to a structure in a patient.
  • the receiver can include an open end for attachment to a medical device (e.g., a screw assembly).
  • the locking means can be configured to lock the medical device to the support structure, after the support structure has been deployed in a patient.
  • the structure is bone.
  • the locking means can be a setscrew or a cam.
  • the anchor can be selected from the group consisting of a screw, staple, hook or nail.
  • the receiver can include a plurality of receivers or openings for receiving medical devices.
  • FIG. 1A is a drawing of a screw assembly showing the screw assembly, arm and base in a first position.
  • FIG. 1B is a drawing showing the screw assembly in a second position.
  • FIG. 1C is a drawing showing the screw assembly including a press-fit cross pin-type interconnection means.
  • FIG. 1D is a drawing showing an open saddle-type base head.
  • FIG. 1E is a drawing showing an integrally disposed crosspiece.
  • FIG. 1F is a drawing showing a press-fit cross pin.
  • FIG. 2A is a drawing showing a support structure.
  • FIG. 2B is a drawing showing the support structure including a central aperture and an anchor.
  • FIG. 2C is a drawing showing the support structure including a hinged claw.
  • FIG. 3A is a drawing showing two screw assemblies connected by a support structure.
  • FIG. 3B is a drawing showing two screw assemblies connected by a support structure implanted into the pedicles of the vertebrae of the spine.
  • FIG. 4 is a drawing showing one screw assembly connected to a support structure having a central aperture and an anchor.
  • FIG. 5 is a drawing showing one screw assembly connected to a base having an open saddle-type head.
  • FIG. 6 is a drawing showing cannulas and a support structure tool used for implanting the screw assembly and support structure.
  • FIG. 7 is a drawing of a screw assembly tool used for manipulating the screw assembly during implantation of the screw assembly in the spine.
  • a screw assembly 1 is provided comprised of an arm 2 and a base 3 in a single unit.
  • the screw assembly 1 is elongate and the arm 2 and base 3 of the screw assembly 1 , are coupled by an interconnections means 4 .
  • the interconnection means 4 facilitates movement between the arm 2 and the base 3 , such that the arm 2 is positionable in a first position that is parallel to a long axis of the base 3 (shown in FIG. 1A ) and positionable in a second position that is perpendicular to the long axis of the base 3 (shown in FIG. 1B ).
  • the base 3 of the screw assembly 1 is configured for attachment to a structure (e.g., a bone) and the arm 2 is configured for attachment to a support structure 10 (described in detail below).
  • a structure e.g., a bone
  • the arm 2 is configured for attachment to a support structure 10 (described in detail below).
  • one or more screw assemblies 1 are attached to a support structure 10 .
  • two screw assemblies 1 are attached to a single support structure 10 .
  • the arm 2 and base 3 of the screw assembly 1 are configured as one continuous piece of shape memory metal.
  • the interconnection means 4 is comprised of a shape memory metal that can facilitate movement of the arm 2 relative to the base 3 depending on preset conditions affecting the shape memory metal shape (not shown).
  • the arm 2 and base 3 of the screw assembly 1 are configured as one continuous piece wherein the interconnection means 4 between the arm 2 and base 3 is comprised of a material suited for bending (not shown).
  • the arm 2 feature of the screw assembly 1 is comprised of a body 17 , base yoke 18 and a connector end 12 .
  • the body 17 of the arm 2 can vary in shape and length with the application.
  • the body 17 of the arm 2 is rod-shaped (see FIGS. 1A and 1B ).
  • the arm 2 body 17 is shaped to substantially fit within a screw assembly tool 19 for manipulating the screw assembly 1 .
  • An example of such a screw assembly tool 19 is illustrated in FIG. 7 .
  • the screw assembly 1 can be made of numerous materials that are durable and that can be implanted in a body, including titanium, stainless steel, carbon fiber, biocompatible material, etc.
  • the screw assembly 1 is made of titanium.
  • the screw assembly 1 can be made of a reabsorbable material or shape memory metal.
  • the screw assembly 1 can be a composite or combination of any of the foregoing.
  • the dimensions of the screw assembly 1 vary with the application. In general, the length of the screw assembly 1 is from 0.1 to 100 centimeters. In one implementation, the length is substantially between 50 and 600 millimeters. In another implementation, the screw assembly 1 is sized for applications involving support of the posterior of the spine 28 (see FIG. 3B ).
  • the base 2 of the screw assembly 1 is comprised of a base head 20 and an anchor 14 .
  • the anchor 14 can be a screw, staple, hook or nail and can be of a type typically used for bone anchoring.
  • the anchor 14 is a screw of a type for insertion into a pedicle 26 of a vertebrae 27 (see FIGS. 1A and 3B ).
  • the interconnection means 4 of the screw assembly 1 can be a press-fit cross pin type.
  • the base head 20 is a press-fit cross pin-type head 5
  • the yoke 18 of the arm 2 includes a pin hole 25 , wherein the arm 2 and base 3 are pre-assembled including a press-fit cross pin (not shown) and a setscrew 9 (not shown).
  • the interconnection means 4 is configured as an open saddle head with coupling-cross piece.
  • the base head 20 is configured as an open saddle-type head 6 (shown in FIG. 1D ), which is pre-assembled with a complementary arm 2 feature. As shown in FIG.
  • the arm 2 feature that is complementary to the open saddle-type head 6 can be a one-piece integrally disposed crosspiece 7 .
  • the complementary arm 2 feature can be a press-fit cross pin 8 .
  • the arm 2 and base 3 can be held together as a single unit by the set screw 9 where the interconnection means 4 is of the form of a press-fit cross pin-type or an open saddle-type head 6 with a coupling cross piece.
  • the open saddle-type head 6 is threaded to receive the setscrew 9 .
  • the setscrew 9 can effect locking of the arm 2 into a fixed position. Prior to moving the arm 2 into the deployed position, the setscrew 9 is loosely set in place. Upon deployment, the arm 2 can be locked in a position that is substantially perpendicular to the long axis of the base 3 by tightening the setscrew 9 into the threaded open saddle head 6 of the base 3 (see FIG. 1B ).
  • locking of the arm 2 position and holding the arm 2 and base 3 together as a single unit can be achieved using a cam rather than a setscrew 9 (not shown). Where a cam is substituted for a setscrew 9 , locking of the arm 2 and joining of the arm 2 and the base 3 is achieved by an analogous means.
  • a support structure 10 is shown to which the connector end 12 of the arm 2 of the screw assembly 1 can be attached (see FIGS. 3A , 3 B and 4 ).
  • the support structure 10 is comprised of a top surface 15 , a bottom surface 16 , and one or more open-ended saddle receivers 11 including a setscrew 9 , or, in the alternative, a cam, for locking.
  • the receiver 11 is shaped to accommodate the connector end 12 of the arm 2 of the screw assembly 1 .
  • the setscrew 9 is threaded into the support structure 10 , perpendicular to the plane of the top surface 15 of the support structure 10 , to facilitate access to the setscrew 9 from above the support structure 10 .
  • the support structure 10 is comprised of two receivers 11 (see FIGS. 2A-C , 3 A, 3 B and 4 ), whereby two screw assemblies 1 can be linked together via the support structure 10 (see FIG. 3A ).
  • two screw assemblies 1 linked together via the support structure 10 can be implanted into the pedicles 26 of vertebrae 27 in a spine 28 to effect support of the spine 28 .
  • the support structure 10 can be configured to additionally include a central aperture 13 that passes from the top surface 15 of the support structure 10 through to the bottom surface 16 of the support structure 10 .
  • the central aperture 13 can be threaded accommodate an anchor 14 and optionally include a setscrew 9 or a cam for locking the anchor 14 in position.
  • the threading of the central aperture 13 , and receiver 11 setscrew(s) 9 are both aligned perpendicularly to the top surface 15 of the support structure 10 .
  • the anchor 14 can be a screw, staple, hook or nail and be of a type typically used for bone anchoring.
  • the anchor 14 is a screw of a type for insertion into the pedicle 26 of a vertebrae 27 .
  • the support structure 10 can optionally include a hinged claw 21 for clamping the support structure 10 onto a surface (e.g., a bony surface).
  • the claw 21 features a hinge 22 positioned between two receivers 11 in the support structure 10 .
  • the claw 21 includes a threaded engagement member 23 extending above the top surface 15 of the support structure 10 , whereby upon threading a nut (not shown) over the engagement member 23 , a pivoting about the hinge 22 is effected and the claw 21 closes.
  • the support structure 10 can be made of numerous materials that are durable and that can be implanted within a body, including titanium, stainless steel, carbon fiber, biocompatible material, etc.
  • the screw assembly 1 is made of titanium.
  • the support structure 10 can be made of a reabsorbable material.
  • the support structure 10 can be a composite or combination of any of the foregoing.
  • another implementation of the invention includes a single screw assembly 1 , connected to a support structure 10 having a receiver 11 , an anchor 14 and a locking means.
  • the receiver 11 is configured as an open saddle-type head 6 .
  • the support structure 10 includes a plurality of receivers 11 .
  • the locking means can include a setscrew 9 or alternatively a cam.
  • the connector end 12 of the screw assembly arm 2 is locked into the open saddle-type receiver head 6 of the support structure 10 after the anchor is installed in a patient.
  • a method of using the invention to support the spine 28 includes the steps of: 1) making a series of small incisions along the spine 28 to provide cannula 29 access to the pedicle 26 portions of a series of vertebrae 27 ; 2) using the cannula 29 access route, deliver two un-deployed screw assemblies 1 to a series of pedicles 26 and screw them into respective pedicles 26 (wherein un-deployed refers to a configuration of the screw assemblies 6 such that each arm 2 is set in a position that is parallel to the long axis of the base 3 ); 3) using the cannula 29 access route and a support structure tool 30 , deliver, screw into place and lock a support structure 10 having a central aperture 13 , set screw 9 , two receivers 11 with setscrews 9 and pedicle screw-type anchor 4 ; 4) deploy the arms 2 of each screw assembly 1 substantially perpendicular to the long axis of the base 3 ; 5 ), and engage and lock into place each connector end
  • the above method includes the use of a special screw assembly tool 19 for manipulation of the screw assemblies 1 (see FIG. 7 ).
  • the screw assembly tool 19 includes an inner cavity 24 configured to accommodate the un-deployed screw assembly 1 within it.
  • the screw assembly tool 19 facilitates the insertion of the un-deployed screw assembly 1 base 3 into a structure (e.g., bone) from within the confines of a cannula 29 .
  • An additional method of use of the invention for supporting the spine can include the steps of: 1) delivering to bone, two screw assemblies 1 having arms 2 , bases 3 and interconnection means 4 ; 2) delivering to the vicinity of bone, a support structure 10 having two receivers 11 having locking means for the arms 2 of the screw assemblies 1 ; 3) deploying the arms 2 of the screw assemblies 1 ; and 4) engaging the locking means of the receivers 11 to secure the arms 2 of the screw assembly 1 to the support structure 10 .
  • Another method of use of the invention for supporting the spine can include the steps of: 1) delivering to bone, two screw assemblies 1 having arms 2 , bases 3 and interconnection means 4 ; 2) delivering to bone, a support structure 10 having a central aperture 13 with a locking means and an anchor 14 , and two receivers 11 having locking means for the arms 2 of the screw assemblies 1 ; 3) deploying the arms 2 of the screw assemblies 1 ; and 4) engaging the locking means of the receivers 11 to secure the arms 2 of the screw assemblies 1 to the support structure 10 .
  • Yet another method of use of the invention for supporting the spine can include the steps of: 1) delivering to bone, a screw assembly having an arm, base and interconnection means; 2) delivering to bone, a support structure having a central aperture with a locking means and an anchor, and a receiver having locking means for the arm of a screw assembly; 3) deploying the arm of the screw assembly; and 4) engaging the locking means of the receiver to secure the arm of the screw assembly to the support structure.
  • Kyphoplasty is a percutaneous technique involving the use of an expandable structure, such as a balloon catheter, to create a cavity or void within the vertebral body, followed by filling the cavity with a bone substitute to form an “internal cast”. Methods and instruments suitable for such treatment are more fully described in U.S. Pat. Nos. 4,969,888 and 5,108,404, which are incorporated herein by reference. Kyphoplasty can be used to reduce vertebral compression fractures and to move bone with precision, thus restoring as close to normal the natural alignment of the vertebral column.
  • Stabilization hardware can take many forms, including those described herein.

Abstract

A medical device and methods of use thereof are provided for supporting a structure (e.g., bone). A screw assembly is provided that is comprised of a base, an arm, and an interconnection means for coupling the base to the arm. The interconnection means allows the arm to be positionable in a first position that is parallel to a long axis of the base and positionable in a second position that is perpendicular to the long axis of the base. The base is configured for attachment to a structure and the arm configured for attachment to a support structure. A support structure is provided that includes one or more receivers having locking means, which can be configured as an open-ended saddle for attachment to a medical device (e.g., a screw assembly). The support structure is configured to receive one or more medical devices and lock the medical devices to the support structure after installation in a patient.

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    TECHNICAL FIELD
  • This invention relates to medical devices.
  • BACKGROUND
  • The use of bone stabilization/fixation devices to align or position bones is well established. Furthermore, the use of spinal bone stabilization/fixation devices to align or position specific vertebrae or a region of the spine is well established. Typically such devices for the spine utilize a spinal fixation element, comprised of a relatively rigid member such as a plate, board or rod that is used as a coupler between adjacent vertebrae. Such a spinal fixation element can effect a rigid positioning of adjacent vertebrae when attached to the pedicle portion of the vertebrae using pedicle bone anchorage screws. Once the coupled vertebrae are spatially fixed in position, procedures can be performed, healing can proceed or spinal fusion may take place.
  • Spinal fixation elements may be introduced to stabilize the various vertebrae of the spine. Some devices for this purpose are designed to be attached directly to the spine, but the generally invasive nature of standard paraspinal approach used to implant these devices poses drawbacks. For example, the use of conventional pedicle screws and hooks is a relatively invasive protocol resulting in muscle disruption and blood loss.
  • SUMMARY
  • In general, in one aspect, the invention provides a medical device for supporting a structure comprising a screw assembly. The screw assembly includes a base, an arm, and an interconnection means for coupling the base to the arm. The interconnection means allows the arm to be positionable in a first position that is parallel to a long axis of the base and positionable in a second position that is perpendicular to the long axis of the base. The base is configured for attachment to a structure in a patient and the arm configured for attachment to a support structure. In one implementation, the structure attached to is bone.
  • The device can include a support structure and the screw assembly can be attached to the support structure by the arm. Alternatively, two screw assemblies can be attached to the support structure.
  • The screw assembly can be comprised of a material selected from the group consisting of titanium, stainless steel, carbon fiber, shape memory metal, a biocompatible material and a reabsorbable material and a composite or combination thereof. Alternatively, the screw assembly can be comprised of a continuous piece of shape memory metal. In one implementation the interconnection means is comprised of shape memory metal. In another implementation, the screw assembly, including the interconnection means is comprised of a piece of metal suited for bending.
  • The screw assembly can be of varying lengths, including an overall length in the range substantially between 0.1 and 100 centimeters. In one implementation, the overall length is in the range substantially between 50 and 600 millimeters. In another implementation, the screw assembly has an overall length sized for subcutaneous support of the spine. In yet another implementation, the screw assembly has an overall length sized for subcutaneous support of the posterior of a spine.
  • The arm of the screw assembly can be comprised of a body, a base yoke and a connector end. The body of the arm can be any of a number of shapes including rod shaped.
  • The base of the screw assembly can be comprised of a base head and an anchor. The anchor can be selected from the group consisting of a screw, staple, hook or nail. In one implementation the anchor is a screw configured for bone anchoring. In another implementation, the anchor is a screw configured for insertion into the pedicle of a vertebrae.
  • The interconnection means of the screw assembly can be of any of a number of configurations. In one implementation, the interconnection means includes a press-fit cross pin. In another implementation the interconnection means is comprised of an open saddle head and coupling-cross piece. The interconnection means can also include a setscrew, wherein the setscrew holds the arm and the base together as a single unit. Additionally, the setscrew can be tightened within the interconnection means to effect locking of the arm in a position that is substantially perpendicular to the long axis of the base. In another implementation, the locking means can also include a cam that can function analogously to the setscrew.
  • In one implementation, the device can be comprised of one screw assembly and a support structure, wherein the support structure includes a top surface, a bottom surface, an aperture and two receivers. In this implementation, the aperture can pass from the top surface through to the bottom surface of the support structure, wherein an anchor is disposed within the central aperture in an orientation substantially perpendicular to the top surface of the support structure.
  • The support structure of the device can be comprised of a top surface, a bottom surface and two receivers. Each receiver can include an open-ended saddle type receiver configured for attachment of one or more medical devices. Additionally, each receiver can include a locking means. The locking means can be a setscrew or cam. The locking means can be oriented within the plane of the top surface such that access to the locking means is from the top surface. The support structure can be configured to receive the medical devices and lock the medical devices to the support structure after the support structure has been installed.
  • The support structure can be comprised of a material selected from the group consisting of titanium, stainless steel, carbon fiber, a biocompatible material, a reabsorbable material and a composite or combination thereof. Additionally, the support structure can include a central aperture passing from the top surface through to the bottom surface of the support structure. An anchor can be disposed within the central aperture in an orientation substantially perpendicular to the top surface of the support structure. Alternatively, the support structure can include a central hinged claw having a threaded hinge-engagement member and nut disposed on the top surface. In use, tightening the nut onto the threaded hinge-engagement member causes a pivoting about the hinge to effect closing of the claw.
  • The device can be comprised of two screw assemblies and a support structure, wherein each screw assembly includes a base, an arm, and an interconnection means for coupling the base to the arm. The interconnection means allows the arm to be positionable in a first position that is parallel to a long axis of the base and positionable in a second position that is perpendicular to the long axis of the base. In this implementation, the base can be configured for attachment to a structure in a patient and the arm configured for attachment to the support structure. In one implementation, the structure attached to is bone. Additionally, the support structure can include a top surface, a bottom surface and two receivers, wherein each receiver includes an open-ended saddle type receiver configured for attachment to a medical device (e.g., screw assembly). The support structure can also include a locking means, to lock medical devices to the support structure after the support structure has been installed in a patient. The locking means can be setscrews or cams. Furthermore, the support structure in this implementation can include an anchor configured for attachment to a structure in a patient. In one implementation, the structure attached to in a patient is bone. Additionally, the anchor can be selected from the group consisting of a screw, staple, hook or a nail.
  • A method of use of the invention for supporting the spine, can include the steps of: 1) delivering to bone, two screw assemblies having arms, bases and interconnection means; 2) delivering to the vicinity of bone, a support structure having two receivers having locking means for the arms of the screw assemblies; 3) deploying the arms of the screw assemblies; and 4) engaging the locking means of the receivers to secure the arms of the screw assemblies to the support structure.
  • Another method of use of the invention for supporting the spine, can include the steps of: 1) delivering to bone, two screw assemblies having arms, bases and interconnection means; 2) delivering to bone, a support structure having a central aperture with a locking means and an anchor, and two receivers having locking means for the arms of the screw assemblies; 3) deploying the arms of the screw assemblies; and 4) engaging the locking means of the receivers to secure the arms of the screw assemblies to the support structure.
  • Yet another method of use of the invention for supporting the spine, can include the steps of: 1) delivering to bone, a screw assembly having an arm, base and interconnection means; 2) delivering to bone, a support structure having a central aperture with a locking means and an anchor, and a receiver having locking means for the arm of a screw assembly; 3) deploying the arm of the screw assembly; and 4) engaging the locking means of the receiver to secure the arm of the screw assembly to the support structure.
  • In a further implementation, the medical device support structure can include an anchor, a receiver, and a locking means; wherein the anchor is configured for attachment to a structure in a patient. The receiver can include an open end for attachment to a medical device (e.g., a screw assembly). The locking means can be configured to lock the medical device to the support structure, after the support structure has been deployed in a patient. In one implementation, the structure is bone. The locking means can be a setscrew or a cam. The anchor can be selected from the group consisting of a screw, staple, hook or nail. In another implementation, the receiver can include a plurality of receivers or openings for receiving medical devices.
  • The details of one or more embodiments of the invention are set forth in the accompanying drawings and the description below. Other features, objects, and advantages of the invention will be apparent from the description and drawings, and from the claims.
  • DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS
  • FIG. 1A is a drawing of a screw assembly showing the screw assembly, arm and base in a first position.
  • FIG. 1B is a drawing showing the screw assembly in a second position.
  • FIG. 1C is a drawing showing the screw assembly including a press-fit cross pin-type interconnection means.
  • FIG. 1D is a drawing showing an open saddle-type base head.
  • FIG. 1E is a drawing showing an integrally disposed crosspiece.
  • FIG. 1F is a drawing showing a press-fit cross pin.
  • FIG. 2A is a drawing showing a support structure.
  • FIG. 2B is a drawing showing the support structure including a central aperture and an anchor.
  • FIG. 2C is a drawing showing the support structure including a hinged claw.
  • FIG. 3A is a drawing showing two screw assemblies connected by a support structure.
  • FIG. 3B is a drawing showing two screw assemblies connected by a support structure implanted into the pedicles of the vertebrae of the spine.
  • FIG. 4 is a drawing showing one screw assembly connected to a support structure having a central aperture and an anchor.
  • FIG. 5 is a drawing showing one screw assembly connected to a base having an open saddle-type head.
  • FIG. 6 is a drawing showing cannulas and a support structure tool used for implanting the screw assembly and support structure.
  • FIG. 7 is a drawing of a screw assembly tool used for manipulating the screw assembly during implantation of the screw assembly in the spine.
  • Like reference symbols in the various drawings indicate like elements.
  • DETAILED DESCRIPTION
  • As shown in FIGS. 1A and 1B, a screw assembly 1 is provided comprised of an arm 2 and a base 3 in a single unit. The screw assembly 1 is elongate and the arm 2 and base 3 of the screw assembly 1, are coupled by an interconnections means 4. Additionally, as shown in FIGS. 1A and 1B, the interconnection means 4 facilitates movement between the arm 2 and the base 3, such that the arm 2 is positionable in a first position that is parallel to a long axis of the base 3 (shown in FIG. 1A) and positionable in a second position that is perpendicular to the long axis of the base 3 (shown in FIG. 1B). The base 3 of the screw assembly 1 is configured for attachment to a structure (e.g., a bone) and the arm 2 is configured for attachment to a support structure 10 (described in detail below). In application, one or more screw assemblies 1 are attached to a support structure 10. Preferably, two screw assemblies 1 are attached to a single support structure 10.
  • In an alternative screw assembly 1 implementation, the arm 2 and base 3 of the screw assembly 1 are configured as one continuous piece of shape memory metal. In this implementation, the interconnection means 4 is comprised of a shape memory metal that can facilitate movement of the arm 2 relative to the base 3 depending on preset conditions affecting the shape memory metal shape (not shown). In another alternative screw assembly 1 implementation, the arm 2 and base 3 of the screw assembly 1 are configured as one continuous piece wherein the interconnection means 4 between the arm 2 and base 3 is comprised of a material suited for bending (not shown).
  • As shown in FIG. 1A, in certain embodiments, the arm 2 feature of the screw assembly 1 is comprised of a body 17, base yoke 18 and a connector end 12. The body 17 of the arm 2 can vary in shape and length with the application. In one implementation, the body 17 of the arm 2 is rod-shaped (see FIGS. 1A and 1B). Alternatively, the arm 2 body 17 is shaped to substantially fit within a screw assembly tool 19 for manipulating the screw assembly 1. An example of such a screw assembly tool 19 is illustrated in FIG. 7.
  • The screw assembly 1 can be made of numerous materials that are durable and that can be implanted in a body, including titanium, stainless steel, carbon fiber, biocompatible material, etc. In one implementation, the screw assembly 1 is made of titanium. Additionally, the screw assembly 1 can be made of a reabsorbable material or shape memory metal. Alternatively, the screw assembly 1 can be a composite or combination of any of the foregoing. The dimensions of the screw assembly 1 vary with the application. In general, the length of the screw assembly 1 is from 0.1 to 100 centimeters. In one implementation, the length is substantially between 50 and 600 millimeters. In another implementation, the screw assembly 1 is sized for applications involving support of the posterior of the spine 28 (see FIG. 3B).
  • As shown in FIG. 1A, the base 2 of the screw assembly 1 is comprised of a base head 20 and an anchor 14. The anchor 14 can be a screw, staple, hook or nail and can be of a type typically used for bone anchoring. In one implementation the anchor 14 is a screw of a type for insertion into a pedicle 26 of a vertebrae 27 (see FIGS. 1A and 3B).
  • As shown in FIG. 1C, the interconnection means 4 of the screw assembly 1 can be a press-fit cross pin type. In this implementation, the base head 20 is a press-fit cross pin-type head 5, and the yoke 18 of the arm 2 includes a pin hole 25, wherein the arm 2 and base 3 are pre-assembled including a press-fit cross pin (not shown) and a setscrew 9 (not shown). In an alternative implementation, as shown in FIGS. 1D-F, the interconnection means 4 is configured as an open saddle head with coupling-cross piece. In this implementation, the base head 20 is configured as an open saddle-type head 6 (shown in FIG. 1D), which is pre-assembled with a complementary arm 2 feature. As shown in FIG. 1E, the arm 2 feature that is complementary to the open saddle-type head 6 can be a one-piece integrally disposed crosspiece 7. Alternatively, as shown in FIG. 1F, the complementary arm 2 feature can be a press-fit cross pin 8.
  • As shown in FIGS. 1A and 1B, the arm 2 and base 3 can be held together as a single unit by the set screw 9 where the interconnection means 4 is of the form of a press-fit cross pin-type or an open saddle-type head 6 with a coupling cross piece. In certain implementations, the open saddle-type head 6 is threaded to receive the setscrew 9.
  • Additionally, as shown in FIGS. 1A and 1B, the setscrew 9 can effect locking of the arm 2 into a fixed position. Prior to moving the arm 2 into the deployed position, the setscrew 9 is loosely set in place. Upon deployment, the arm 2 can be locked in a position that is substantially perpendicular to the long axis of the base 3 by tightening the setscrew 9 into the threaded open saddle head 6 of the base 3 (see FIG. 1B).
  • In one implementation, locking of the arm 2 position and holding the arm 2 and base 3 together as a single unit can be achieved using a cam rather than a setscrew 9 (not shown). Where a cam is substituted for a setscrew 9, locking of the arm 2 and joining of the arm 2 and the base 3 is achieved by an analogous means.
  • Referring now to FIGS. 2A-C, 3A, 3B and 4, a support structure 10 is shown to which the connector end 12 of the arm 2 of the screw assembly 1 can be attached (see FIGS. 3A, 3B and 4). As shown in FIG. 2A, the support structure 10 is comprised of a top surface 15, a bottom surface 16, and one or more open-ended saddle receivers 11 including a setscrew 9, or, in the alternative, a cam, for locking. The receiver 11 is shaped to accommodate the connector end 12 of the arm 2 of the screw assembly 1. As shown in FIGS. 2A and 2B, the setscrew 9 is threaded into the support structure 10, perpendicular to the plane of the top surface 15 of the support structure 10, to facilitate access to the setscrew 9 from above the support structure 10. In one implementation, the support structure 10 is comprised of two receivers 11 (see FIGS. 2A-C, 3A, 3B and 4), whereby two screw assemblies 1 can be linked together via the support structure 10 (see FIG. 3A). In another implementation, as shown in FIG. 3B, two screw assemblies 1 linked together via the support structure 10 can be implanted into the pedicles 26 of vertebrae 27 in a spine 28 to effect support of the spine 28.
  • As shown in FIGS. 2B and 4, the support structure 10 can be configured to additionally include a central aperture 13 that passes from the top surface 15 of the support structure 10 through to the bottom surface 16 of the support structure 10. As shown in FIGS. 2B and 4, the central aperture 13 can be threaded accommodate an anchor 14 and optionally include a setscrew 9 or a cam for locking the anchor 14 in position. In this implementation the threading of the central aperture 13, and receiver 11 setscrew(s) 9, are both aligned perpendicularly to the top surface 15 of the support structure 10. The anchor 14 can be a screw, staple, hook or nail and be of a type typically used for bone anchoring. In one implementation, the anchor 14 is a screw of a type for insertion into the pedicle 26 of a vertebrae 27.
  • In another implementation, as shown in FIG. 2C, the support structure 10 can optionally include a hinged claw 21 for clamping the support structure 10 onto a surface (e.g., a bony surface). The claw 21 features a hinge 22 positioned between two receivers 11 in the support structure 10. The claw 21 includes a threaded engagement member 23 extending above the top surface 15 of the support structure 10, whereby upon threading a nut (not shown) over the engagement member 23, a pivoting about the hinge 22 is effected and the claw 21 closes.
  • The support structure 10 can be made of numerous materials that are durable and that can be implanted within a body, including titanium, stainless steel, carbon fiber, biocompatible material, etc. Preferably, the screw assembly 1 is made of titanium. Additionally, the support structure 10 can be made of a reabsorbable material. Alternatively, the support structure 10 can be a composite or combination of any of the foregoing.
  • As shown in FIG. 5, another implementation of the invention includes a single screw assembly 1, connected to a support structure 10 having a receiver 11, an anchor 14 and a locking means. In one implementation the receiver 11 is configured as an open saddle-type head 6. In another implementation, the support structure 10 includes a plurality of receivers 11. The locking means can include a setscrew 9 or alternatively a cam. In one implementation, the connector end 12 of the screw assembly arm 2 is locked into the open saddle-type receiver head 6 of the support structure 10 after the anchor is installed in a patient.
  • As shown in FIG. 6, a method of using the invention to support the spine 28 includes the steps of: 1) making a series of small incisions along the spine 28 to provide cannula 29 access to the pedicle 26 portions of a series of vertebrae 27; 2) using the cannula 29 access route, deliver two un-deployed screw assemblies 1 to a series of pedicles 26 and screw them into respective pedicles 26 (wherein un-deployed refers to a configuration of the screw assemblies 6 such that each arm 2 is set in a position that is parallel to the long axis of the base 3); 3) using the cannula 29 access route and a support structure tool 30, deliver, screw into place and lock a support structure 10 having a central aperture 13, set screw 9, two receivers 11 with setscrews 9 and pedicle screw-type anchor 4; 4) deploy the arms 2 of each screw assembly 1 substantially perpendicular to the long axis of the base 3; 5), and engage and lock into place each connector end 12 of each arm 2 within the support structure 10 receivers 11 using the set screws 9.
  • The above method includes the use of a special screw assembly tool 19 for manipulation of the screw assemblies 1 (see FIG. 7). The screw assembly tool 19 includes an inner cavity 24 configured to accommodate the un-deployed screw assembly 1 within it. In use, the screw assembly tool 19 facilitates the insertion of the un-deployed screw assembly 1 base 3 into a structure (e.g., bone) from within the confines of a cannula 29.
  • An additional method of use of the invention for supporting the spine, can include the steps of: 1) delivering to bone, two screw assemblies 1 having arms 2, bases 3 and interconnection means 4; 2) delivering to the vicinity of bone, a support structure 10 having two receivers 11 having locking means for the arms 2 of the screw assemblies 1; 3) deploying the arms 2 of the screw assemblies 1; and 4) engaging the locking means of the receivers 11 to secure the arms 2 of the screw assembly 1 to the support structure 10.
  • Another method of use of the invention for supporting the spine, can include the steps of: 1) delivering to bone, two screw assemblies 1 having arms 2, bases 3 and interconnection means 4; 2) delivering to bone, a support structure 10 having a central aperture 13 with a locking means and an anchor 14, and two receivers 11 having locking means for the arms 2 of the screw assemblies 1; 3) deploying the arms 2 of the screw assemblies 1; and 4) engaging the locking means of the receivers 11 to secure the arms 2 of the screw assemblies 1 to the support structure 10.
  • Yet another method of use of the invention for supporting the spine, can include the steps of: 1) delivering to bone, a screw assembly having an arm, base and interconnection means; 2) delivering to bone, a support structure having a central aperture with a locking means and an anchor, and a receiver having locking means for the arm of a screw assembly; 3) deploying the arm of the screw assembly; and 4) engaging the locking means of the receiver to secure the arm of the screw assembly to the support structure.
  • The method of supporting the spine can also be used in conjunction with a kyphoplasty procedure. Kyphoplasty is a percutaneous technique involving the use of an expandable structure, such as a balloon catheter, to create a cavity or void within the vertebral body, followed by filling the cavity with a bone substitute to form an “internal cast”. Methods and instruments suitable for such treatment are more fully described in U.S. Pat. Nos. 4,969,888 and 5,108,404, which are incorporated herein by reference. Kyphoplasty can be used to reduce vertebral compression fractures and to move bone with precision, thus restoring as close to normal the natural alignment of the vertebral column. Reduction of traumatic vertebral compression fractures have historically been treated with open reduction, internal fixation stabilization hardware and fusion techniques using a posterior approach. The usual role of stabilization hardware is to stop motion across the disk so that bone graft can fuse one vertebral body to the next. Usually, the stabilization hardware is left in permanently. In trauma repair, stabilization hardware is used to offload the fractured vertebral body so that the natural healing process can occur. In trauma, the stabilization hardware is designed to facilitate easy removal. Stabilization hardware can take many forms, including those described herein. The combination of kyphoplasty and insertion of stabilization hardware utilizing the naturally occurring interior muscle plane as described in Wiltse and Spencer, Spine (1988) 13(6):696-706, satisfies the goals of improving the quality of patient care through minimally invasive surgical therapy.
  • A number of preferred embodiments of the invention have been described. Nevertheless, it will be understood that various modifications may be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention. For example, while the some implementations have been described using screws to anchor into bony structures, the scope of the invention is not so limited. Any means of anchoring can be used, such as a cam, screw, staple, nail, pin, or hook. Accordingly, other embodiments are within the scope of the following claims.

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1-36. (canceled)
37. A method of supporting the spine, the method comprising the steps of:
1) delivering to bone, two screw assemblies having arms, bases and interconnection means;
2) delivering to the vicinity of bone, a support structure having two receivers having locking means for the arms of the screw assemblies;
3) deploying the arms of the screw assemblies; and
4) engaging the locking means of the receivers to secure the arms of the screw assemblies to the support structure.
38. A method of supporting the spine, the method comprising the steps of:
1) delivering to bone, two screw assemblies having arms, bases and interconnection means;
2) delivering to bone, a support structure having a central aperture with a locking means and an anchor, and two receivers having locking means for the arms of the screw assemblies;
3) deploying the arms of the screw assemblies; and
4) engaging the locking means of the receivers to secure the arms of the screw assemblies to the support structure.
39. A method of supporting the spine, the method comprising the steps of:
1) delivering to bone, a screw assembly having an arm, base and interconnection means;
2) delivering to bone, a support structure having a central aperture with a locking means and an anchor, and a receiver having locking means for the arm of a screw assembly;
3) deploying the arm of the screw assembly; and
4) engaging the locking means of the receiver to secure the arm of the screw assembly to the support structure.
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