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Patent Inventor Names
William T. Donofrio11
Jeffrey H. Nycz11
Stanley Warren Olson, Jr.11
Steven Tethrake11
Date of Patent
August 9, 2011
Patent Application Number
11356687
Date Filed
February 17, 2006
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Patent abstract
A sensor for detecting changes in spinal tissue is disclosed. The implantable sensor or surgical instrument includes a sensing element adapted for detecting indicators of tissue health. The sensor is configured for transmitting the tissue data outside of the body. Further a system and method are provided to utilize the sensed tissue properties to treat the patient's condition.
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