Dilation instruments and methods

Devices, systems and methods for dilating tissue of a patient during a minimally invasive surgical procedure is disclosed. A surgical dilation system includes a dilator having an elongated, non-cannulated cylindrical body extending between a first end and an opposite second end. The first end includ...

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Main Authors SEBASTIAN KELLI N, ELLIOTT JOHN A, MIRE DAVID A
Format Patent
LanguageEnglish
Published 16.09.2014
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Summary:Devices, systems and methods for dilating tissue of a patient during a minimally invasive surgical procedure is disclosed. A surgical dilation system includes a dilator having an elongated, non-cannulated cylindrical body extending between a first end and an opposite second end. The first end includes a first beveled configuration and the second end includes a second, different beveled configuration. The beveled ends can include surface features to provide tissue removal and to enhance engagement with bony tissue.
Bibliography:Application Number: US201113109028