US20240023988A1 - Surgical access port stabilization - Google Patents
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- U.S. application Ser. No. 15/931,839 is a continuation U.S. application Ser. No. 15/786,891, filed Oct. 18, 2017 (now issued as U.S. Pat. No. 10,682,130).
- U.S. application Ser. No. 15/786,891 claims priority to U.S. Provisional Application No. 62/468,475, filed on Mar. 8, 2017.
- U.S. application Ser. No. 15/786,891 is also a continuation-in-part of U.S. application Ser. No. 15/437,792 filed on Feb. 21, 2017 (now issued as U.S. Pat. No. 10,874,425).
- U.S. application Ser. No. 15/437,792 is a continuation-in-part of U.S. application Ser. No. 15/254,877, filed on Sep. 1, 2016 (now issued as U.S. Pat. No. 10,987,129).
- U.S. application Ser. No. 15/254,877 claims priority to U.S. Provisional Application No. 62/214,297, filed on Sep. 4, 2015. The entire contents of each of these applications are incorporated by reference herein.
- This disclosure relates generally to surgical instruments, systems, and methods, and more particularly to instruments, systems, and methods for stabilization of a surgical access port that can be used in various procedures, e.g., orthopedic or neurologic surgical procedures such as spinal fusion surgery.
- Surgical procedures are used to treat and cure a wide range of diseases, conditions, and injuries. Surgery often requires access to internal tissue through open or minimally invasive surgical procedures.
- minimally invasive refers to all types of minimally invasive surgical procedures, including endoscopic, laparoscopic, arthroscopic, natural orifice intraluminal, and natural orifice transluminal procedures. Minimally invasive surgery can have numerous advantages compared to traditional open surgical procedures, including reduced trauma, faster recovery, reduced risk of infection, and reduced scarring.
- a variety of surgical access devices are known, including various devices that are anchored to a surgical table upon which a patient is disposed, or devices that penetrate tissue without being anchored to any other structure.
- the access device may be inadequately supported, or the access device may undesirably move relative to the patient if the patient moves relative to the operating table. Accordingly, there is a need for improved access port stabilization devices, systems, and methods that can streamline the instrumentation and methodology of various surgical procedures.
- improved ipsilateral access port stabilization is provided via an access port configured to couple to an anchor, such as a bone screw, implanted in a patient at a location nearby the surgical site, e.g., on an ipsilateral side.
- the access port can be coupled to the anchor via a linkage and can have a variety of degrees of freedom to adjust its position relative to the anchor and patient. Further, the access port can be configured to be selectively locked in a desired position to permit stabilized access to a surgical site. While the systems, devices, and methods described herein can be utilized in a variety of surgical procedures, they can have particular utility in various orthopedic or neurologic surgical procedures, such as spinal operations.
- a surgical system can include an access port configured for percutaneous insertion into a patient to define a channel to a surgical site, and an anchor configured for insertion into the patient's bone. Further, the access port can be coupled to the anchor such that a longitudinal axis of the access port and a longitudinal axis of the anchor are non-coaxial.
- the access port can be configured to be coupled to an anchor on an ipsilateral side of a patient's body, i.e., a same side.
- this can mean that the access port can be coupled to an anchor disposed in a patient's vertebra on a same side of the spine or patient midline as the access port.
- the access port can be configured to be coupled to an anchor on a contralateral side of a patient's body.
- a position of the access port relative to the anchor can be selectively locked to maintain the access port in a desired position relative to the anchor. This can be useful, for example, to maintain the access port in alignment with a desired surgical site.
- a variety of locking mechanisms are possible, as described below.
- the access port can be coupled to the anchor by a linkage.
- the linkage can have a variety of forms.
- the linkage can be a single shaft protruding from the access port, while in other embodiments the linkage can be a multi-component structure capable of adjustment and selective locking.
- the linkage can be deformable.
- the linkage can be formed from metal capable of deformation under force (i.e., manipulation by a user).
- the linkage can be selectively lockable so as to no longer be deformable.
- the linkage can be selectively locked by application of electricity thereto in some embodiments, while in other embodiments the linkage can be selectively locked by an adjustment screw or other mechanical locking mechanism.
- a length of the access port can be adjusted.
- a length of the access port can be adjusted by telescoping an inner sleeve of the access port relative to an outer sleeve of the access port. This can allow the access port to have varying heights and extend varying distances both into a patient's body and away from a patient's skin surface.
- the linkage can form a portion of an outer circumference of the access port and pivot relative to the access port.
- the access port can include a deformable portion.
- the deformable portion can couple with the anchor in certain embodiments.
- the deformable portion can couple with the anchor below a polyaxial head of the anchor.
- a number of additional components can be included and coupled to the access port in a variety of manners. For example, in some embodiments a nerve shield or other soft tissue retractor can be coupled to the deformable portion of the access port.
- the anchor can include opposed extensions extending proximally away from a distal portion thereof and the access port can couple to the anchor by compressing a portion of the access port between the opposed extensions.
- the system can further include a clamp configured to compress the opposed extensions toward one another.
- the clamp can have a variety of forms.
- the clamp can define an inner lumen configured to receive the opposed extensions such that the clamp slides along a length of the opposed extensions.
- the access port can include a shaft extending transversely to a longitudinal axis of the access port and a split ball disposed around the shaft between the opposed extensions. The clamp can cause the extensions to compress against the split ball and the shaft, thereby locking a position of the access port relative to the anchor.
- the clamp can be coupled to the split ball and configured to pivot relative thereto to compress the opposed extensions onto the split ball.
- a surgical method can include inserting an anchor into a patient's bone, coupling an access port to the anchor, and positioning the access port relative to the anchor on a same side of the patient's body such that a longitudinal axis of the access port and a longitudinal axis of the anchor are non-coaxial. Further, the access port can define a channel to a surgical site.
- the anchor can be inserted into a patient's vertebra, such as during a spinal orthopedic procedure.
- the method can further include locking a position of the access port relative to the anchor.
- positioning the access port can include deforming a linkage extending between the access port and the anchor.
- the method can include applying electricity to the linkage to lock a position of the access port relative to the anchor. In some embodiments, the method can include actuating an adjustment screw to lock the position of the access port relative to the anchor. In some embodiments, the method can further include adjusting a length of the access port by telescoping an inner sleeve of the access port relative to an outer sleeve of the access port.
- the method can further include deforming a portion of the access port.
- coupling the access port to the anchor can include coupling the anchor with a deformable portion of the access port.
- the method can further include coupling a nerve shield or other soft tissue retractor to a deformable portion of the access port.
- coupling the access port to the anchor can include compressing a portion of the access port between opposed extensions of the anchor that extend proximally away from a distal portion thereof.
- a surgical method can include introducing an access port and an anchor into a patient's body in a configuration wherein a longitudinal axis of the access port and a longitudinal axis of the anchor are coaxial, as well as adjusting a position of the access port relative to the anchor such that the longitudinal axis of the access port and the longitudinal axis of the anchor are non-coaxial and the access port and the anchor are on a same side of the patient's body.
- the anchor can be inserted into a patient's vertebra, while in other embodiments the method can include inserting the anchor into a different portion of a patient's body.
- the access port and the anchor can be coupled to a driver for introduction into the patient's body.
- the driver can maintain alignment of the components and provide for rotating the anchor to implant it in a patient's bone in some embodiments.
- the method can further include removing the driver prior to adjusting the position of the access port relative to the anchor in certain embodiments, e.g., to free the access port to move relative to the anchor where the driver maintains alignment of the access port and anchor.
- the method can further include inserting a second anchor into the patient's body through the access port and re-adjusting a position of the access port relative to the anchor such that the longitudinal axis of the access port and the longitudinal axis of the anchor are coaxial.
- the method can further include inserting a polyaxial receiving head through the access port and coupling the receiving head to the anchor, coupling the anchor and the second anchor with a spinal fixation element, and removing the access port.
- the method can further include locking a position of the access port relative to the anchor after adjusting a position of the access port relative to the anchor.
- FIG. 1 is a schematic illustration of one embodiment of a surgical system according to the teachings provided herein;
- FIG. 2 is a front perspective view of one embodiment of a surgical system including a deformable linkage to adjust a position of an access port;
- FIG. 3 is a side perspective view of the surgical system of FIG. 2 ;
- FIG. 4 is a front perspective view of one embodiment of a surgical system including opposed extensions coupled to an anchor that selectively compress to lock a position of an access port;
- FIG. 5 is a partially-transparent detail view of the system of FIG. 4 ;
- FIG. 6 is a top perspective view of an access port of the system of FIG. 4 ;
- FIG. 7 is a front perspective view of one embodiment of a surgical system including a ratchet clamp
- FIG. 8 is a rear perspective view of the system of FIG. 7 after removal of a clamping instrument
- FIG. 9 is a front perspective view of one embodiment of a surgical system including a pivoting lever clamp
- FIG. 10 is a detail view of the system of FIG. 9 ;
- FIG. 11 is a side view of one embodiment of a surgical system including a sliding ring clamp
- FIG. 12 A is a front perspective view of the sliding ring clamp of FIG. 11 ;
- FIG. 12 B is a front view of the sliding ring clamp of FIG. 11 ;
- FIG. 12 C is a side view of the sliding ring clamp of FIG. 11 ;
- FIG. 13 A is a side view of one embodiment of a surgical system including an adjustable linkage in a first configuration
- FIG. 13 B is a side view of the system of FIG. 13 A in a second configuration
- FIG. 14 is a top perspective view of one embodiment of a surgical system including an adjustable linkage
- FIG. 15 is a top perspective view of one embodiment of a surgical system including an adjustable linkage
- FIG. 16 is a top view of the system of FIG. 15 ;
- FIG. 17 is a perspective view of the anchor of FIG. 15 ;
- FIG. 18 is a perspective view of the access port of FIG. 15 ;
- FIG. 19 A is a perspective view of one embodiment of a telescoping access port
- FIG. 19 B is a perspective cross-sectional view of the telescoping access port of FIG. 19 A ;
- FIG. 19 C is an alternative perspective cross-sectional view of the telescoping access port of FIG. 19 A ;
- FIG. 20 A is a perspective view of one embodiment of an access port coupled to an anchor
- FIG. 20 B is an alternative perspective view of one embodiment of an access port coupled to an anchor
- FIG. 21 is a perspective view of one embodiment of an access port coupled to an anchor and configured for selective locking relative thereto;
- FIG. 22 is a perspective view of the access port and anchor of FIG. 21 ;
- FIG. 23 A is a front view of one embodiment of an access port, anchor, and driver
- FIG. 23 B is a side view of the access port and anchor of FIG. 23 A in a first configuration
- FIG. 23 C is a side view of the access port and anchor of FIG. 23 A in a second configuration
- FIG. 23 D is a side view of the access port and anchor of FIG. 23 A and a receiving member being introduced through the access port;
- FIG. 23 E is a side view of the receiving member of FIG. 23 D being coupled to the anchor;
- FIG. 23 F is a side view of the access port, anchor, and receiving member of FIG. 23 E adjacent to a second anchor;
- FIG. 23 G is a side view of a spinal fixation element being inserted through the receiving member of the anchor and adjacent anchor of FIG. 23 F ;
- FIG. 23 H is an alternative view of the spinal fixation element of FIG. 23 G ;
- FIG. 23 I is a side view of the anchors of FIG. 23 H after removal of the access port and adjacent screw extensions;
- FIG. 24 A is a side perspective view of one embodiment of an access port having deformable portions
- FIG. 24 B is a front perspective view of the access port of FIG. 24 A ;
- FIG. 25 is a front view of the access port of FIG. 24 A receiving a light and/or camera;
- FIG. 26 is a bottom perspective view of the access port of FIG. 24 A coupled to an anchor;
- FIG. 27 is a detail view of a linkage of FIG. 26 for coupling an access port to an anchor;
- FIG. 28 A is a side view of the access port and light and/or camera of FIG. 25 coupled to an anchor in a first configuration
- FIG. 28 B is a side view of the access port and light and/or camera of FIG. 28 A in a second configuration
- FIG. 29 is a bottom perspective view of the access port of FIG. 24 A coupled to a nerve shield;
- FIG. 30 is a detail view of a nerve shield of FIG. 29 ;
- FIG. 31 A is a front view of the access port of FIG. 24 A prior to coupling to a nerve shield;
- FIG. 31 B is a front view of the access port of FIG. 31 A after coupling to a nerve shield;
- FIG. 31 C is a front view of the access port of FIG. 31 B after advancing a nerve shield;
- FIG. 31 D is a front view of the access port of FIG. 31 C after retracting a nerve shield.
- FIG. 32 is a schematic of a selectively deformable linkage between an anchor and an access port.
- linear or circular dimensions are used in the description of the disclosed devices and methods, such dimensions are not intended to limit the types of shapes that can be used in conjunction with such devices and methods. A person skilled in the art will recognize that an equivalent to such linear and circular dimensions can easily be determined for any geometric shape. Further, in the present disclosure, like-numbered components of the embodiments generally have similar features. Still further, sizes and shapes of the devices, and the components thereof, can depend at least on the anatomy of the subject in which the devices will be used, the size and shape of components with which the devices will be used, and the methods and procedures in which the devices will be used.
- Surgical devices, systems, and methods are described herein that provide access port stabilization through an access port configured to couple to an anchor, such as a bone screw, that can be implanted in a patient at a location nearby a surgical site, e.g., ipsilateral stabilization to a point on an ipsilateral side of a patient's body or contralateral stabilization to a point on a contralateral side of the patient's body.
- the access port can be coupled to the anchor in a manner that provides a variety of degrees of freedom to adjust its position relative to the anchor and patient. Further, the access port can be configured to be selectively locked in a desired position to permit stabilized access to a surgical site. While the devices, systems, and methods described herein can be utilized in a variety of surgical procedures, they can have particular utility in various orthopedic or neurologic surgical procedures, such as spinal operations.
- FIG. 1 illustrates an exemplary surgical system 100 according to the teachings provided herein, though it will be appreciated that components of such a system can be used in various other applications instead or in addition. Further details on systems similar to that illustrated in FIG. 1 can be found in U.S. Patent Publication No. 2017/0156814 filed on Feb. 21, 2017 and entitled “Multi-Shield Spinal Access System,” which is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety.
- the system 100 can be used in various surgical procedures, including spinal surgeries such as microsurgical bone resection, spinal decompression, spinal fusion, and the like.
- the system 100 can include any one or more of a pedicle post or other anchor 102 and an access port 104 .
- the access port 104 can have an adjustable length, e.g., as described in U.S. Patent Publication No. 2018/0098789 filed on Oct. 18, 2017, entitled “Devices And Methods For Providing Surgical Access.”
- the access port 104 can be used with a surgical visualization system, e.g., as described in U.S. Publication No. 2018/0008138 filed on Aug. 31, 2017 and entitled “Surgical Visualization Systems And Related Methods.”
- the access port 104 can be used with a nerve retractor or nerve shield, e.g., as described in U.S. Publication No. 2018/0110503, filed Oct. 18, 2017, entitled “Devices And Methods For Surgical Retraction.”
- An exemplary method of using the system of FIG. 1 can include any one or more of the following steps, performed in any of a variety of sequences: a) making an incision in a skin of a patient; b) percutaneously inserting through the incision an access device having a substantially tubular shape (such as a tube or a multi-slotted retractor), the access device having a length adapted to extend from the incision to a border between sensitive and insensitive tissue (e.g., a superior articular process (SAP), or a lamina) in the spine of the patient; c) stabilizing the access device to an anchor (e.g., a pedicle anchor); d) inserting an access device integrated optical visualization instrument; e) resecting a portion of the superior articular process, and/or performing a microsurgical decompression procedure; f) inserting or deploying a tissue retractor through or from the access device so that a distal end portion of the tissue retractor extends to the intervertebral
- stabilization of the access port or device 104 can be accomplished by coupling it to the anchor 102 . In some embodiments, this can be accomplished through a linkage 106 . In still further embodiments, the system can be configured to selectively lock a position of the access port 104 relative to the anchor 102 such that a lumen, channel, or passageway 108 through the access port is aligned with a desired surgical site. In some surgical procedures, an access port can be attached to an anatomical anchor point (e.g., a pedicle screw extension tab or tower) that is disposed on an opposite side of the patient's body from the access port (contralateral).
- an anatomical anchor point e.g., a pedicle screw extension tab or tower
- the anchor in spinal surgery, can be disposed on an opposite side of the spine or patient midline from the access port.
- Exemplary connectors for such stabilization are described herein and disclosed in U.S. Publication No. 2018/0110506, filed Oct. 18, 2017, entitled “Surgical Instrument Connectors And Related Methods,” which is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety.
- the access port 104 is stabilized relative to the anchor 102 and both components are disposed on a same side of the patient's spine 110 or midline axis ML (ipsilateral).
- the access port 104 can be stabilized to a contralateral anchor 102 or other structure.
- FIGS. 2 - 32 illustrate various systems, devices, and methods for access port stabilization.
- anchoring relative to a patient's body can provide an advantage by maintaining a relative position between an access device and a patient even if a patient moves during a procedure.
- anchor all devices on an ipsilateral side of the patient's body e.g., on a single or same side of a patient's spine. In some procedures, this can reduce the complexity of instrumentation utilized in a surgical procedure and allow parallel operations to proceed on both sides of a patient's spine or midline axis in parallel. Further, it can reduce the number of devices or steps required to perform a procedure.
- FIGS. 2 and 3 illustrate one embodiment of a system 200 that includes an access port 202 that is coupled to an extension tower 204 by a deformable linkage 206 .
- the access port or device 202 can have a generally cylindrical shape with an inner lumen 208 through which any of a variety of surgical instruments can be passed.
- the access port 202 can have any of a variety of sizes, including inner lumen diameters, lengths, sidewall thicknesses, etc. based on intended use (e.g., size of surgical site being accessed through the port, location relative to a patient's body, etc.). Further, the access port 202 can be formed from any of a variety of materials, including metals such as stainless steel and titanium, as well as various polymers.
- the extension tower 204 shown in FIGS. 2 and 3 can be configured to couple to, for example, a bone screw or anchor implanted in a patient's spine 210 (anchor not shown).
- the extension tower 204 can be configured to couple with a proximal end of a mono- or poly-axial receiver head that is coupled to a proximal portion of a bone anchor.
- such bone anchor assemblies are known in the art and described, for example, in U.S. application Ser. No. 15/208,872 filed on Jul. 13, 2016 and entitled “Bone Anchor Assemblies And Related Instrumentation,” now issued as U.S. Pat. No. 10,463,402, the entire contents of which are incorporated by reference herein.
- extension tower 204 can be any of a variety of such towers known in the art, including, for example, one of the towers described in U.S. Pat. No. 7,179,261 entitled “Percutaneous Access Devices And Bone Anchor Assemblies,” the entire contents of which is incorporated by reference herein.
- the access port 202 can be coupled to the extension tower 204 by a deformable linkage 206 that can include a length of metal or otherwise deformable material sufficiently rigid to maintain its position in the absence of force applied by a user.
- the linkage 206 can couple to the extension tower 204 via a sleeve 212 disposed about an outer circumference of the tower.
- the sleeve 212 can include a cam lever 214 or other locking mechanism that can allow the sleeve to be selectively locked to the extension tower 204 . This can allow the sleeve to be positioned at any of a variety of heights relative to the extension tower 204 .
- the sleeve 212 can also be configured to selectively lock against rotation about the extension tower 204 with actuation of the cam lever 214 .
- the linkage 206 can be coupled at each end to one of the access port 202 and the extension tower 204 via any of a variety of clamping mechanisms known in the art.
- a clamping assembly 216 including a bolt and a plurality of nuts is utilized to couple one end of the linkage 206 to an extension post 218 extending from a sidewall of the access port 202 .
- An opposite end of the linkage 206 can be coupled to the sleeve 212 using a similar assembly 302 including a bolt and a thumbscrew.
- Such mechanisms can provide selective locking ability similar to the cam lever 214 , such that the positions of the various components relative to one another can be adjusted prior to securing any of the cam lever 214 , clamping assembly 216 , and thumbscrew assembly 302 . After tightening of each of these mechanisms, adjusting a position of the access port 202 relative to the extension tower 204 can require applying a force sufficient to deform the linkage 206 .
- the access port 202 can be positioned such that a longitudinal axis L 1 of the access port is non-coaxial with a longitudinal axis L 2 of the extension tower 204 , or a longitudinal axis of any anchor to which the extension tower is coupled.
- the axis L 1 can be offset from and/or obliquely angled with respect to the axis La. As shown in FIG.
- the access port 202 can provide access to a surgical site, such as an intervertebral disc space or a vertebra adjacent to the vertebra to which the extension tower 204 is coupled on an ipsilateral side (e.g., a same side relative to a patient's spinal or midline axis ML) relative thereto.
- a surgical site such as an intervertebral disc space or a vertebra adjacent to the vertebra to which the extension tower 204 is coupled on an ipsilateral side (e.g., a same side relative to a patient's spinal or midline axis ML) relative thereto.
- FIGS. 4 - 12 C illustrate embodiments of a system that utilizes extension tabs that extend proximally from a distal portion of an anchor to capture and selectively lock a position of an access port.
- a first embodiment of such a system 400 can include an access port 402 coupled to an anchor assembly 404 and a locking instrument 406 (e.g., forceps) configured to selectively lock a position of the access port relative to the anchor assembly.
- the anchor assembly 404 is a polyaxial pedicle screw that includes a shank 408 configured for insertion into a patient's bone, as well as a receiver head 410 coupled to a proximal portion of the shank.
- the receiver head 410 can include extension tabs 412 a , 412 b that extend proximally from opposed arms of the receiver head.
- the extension tabs 412 a , 412 b can be integrally formed with the receiver head 410 , or in other embodiments can be coupled thereto via any of a variety of attachment mechanisms.
- the access port 402 can include a shaft 414 or other mating feature integrally formed therewith or coupled thereto and extending transversely or radially away therefrom such that a longitudinal axis L 3 of the access port and a longitudinal axis L 4 of the shaft are transverse or oblique to one another.
- the shaft 414 can be integrally formed with the access port 402 or can be coupled to the access port 402 via a clamp or other connecting mechanism.
- the shaft 414 can be threaded or have a series of repeating surface features 418 , such as ridges or ribs, to locate a split ball 416 or other locking element along a length thereof.
- the split ball 416 can be positioned around the shaft 414 and disposed between the extension tabs 412 a , 412 b , as shown in the detail view of FIGS. 5 and 6 .
- a relief slot 502 formed in the ball can allow its adjustment along a length of the shaft 414 by, e.g., translational sliding movement, rotation along threads 418 of the shaft 414 , etc.
- the split ball 416 can move polyaxially relative to the extension tabs 412 a , 412 b in the absence of pressure being applied to the tabs by, e.g., the locking instrument 406 , including sliding along a length of the extension tabs and rotating to adjust its orientation relative to the tabs.
- the locking instrument 406 can be actuated to urge the extension tabs toward one another, thereby clamping the split ball between the extension tabs. More particularly, in the illustrated embodiment, user actuation to bring the locking instrument handles 420 a , 420 b toward one another can cause distal arms 422 a , 422 b to move toward one another and slide along a length of the extension tabs 412 a , 412 b .
- This movement of the distal arms 422 a , 422 b can urge the extension tabs 412 a , 412 b toward one another, thereby imparting a compressive force on the split ball 416 disposed therebetween.
- This compressive force can prevent polyaxial movement of the split ball 416 relative to the extension tabs 412 a , 412 b , thereby locking a position of the ball relative to the extension tabs.
- the compressive force can also urge opposed portions of the split ball separated by the relief slot 502 toward one another, thereby clamping the ball to the shaft 414 and preventing relative movement between these components.
- actuation of the locking instrument can selectively lock a position and orientation of the access port 402 relative to the anchor assembly 404 .
- the extension of the shaft 414 or other mating feature laterally, radially, or transversely away from the access port 402 , in combination with the split ball 416 positioned along a length thereof, can allow the access port 402 to be positioned and selectively locked such that a longitudinal axis L 3 of the access port and a longitudinal axis L 5 of the anchor assembly 404 are non-coaxial.
- the access port 402 can be positioned to access a surgical site adjacent to the anchor assembly 404 on an ipsilateral side of a patient's body.
- the locking instrument 406 can directly contact the extension tabs 412 a . 412 b via distal arms 422 a , 422 b .
- release of the handles 420 a , 420 b can release pressure on the extension tabs 412 a , 412 b , thereby releasing the lock of the split ball 416 and access port 402 .
- FIGS. 4 and 5 show that the locking instrument 406 can directly contact the extension tabs 412 a . 412 b via distal arms 422 a , 422 b .
- a locking instrument 702 can include a ratcheting clamp 704 that can maintain a position of distal arms 706 a , 706 b to maintain the position lock of the access port 402 relative to the anchor assembly 404 even if a user releases the instrument handles 708 a , 708 b .
- the instrument handles 708 a , 708 b can be configured to be separated from the ratchet clamp 704 after actuation, such that a more streamlined or low-profile assembly is left that includes the distal arms 706 a , 706 b and ratchet clamp 704 , as shown in FIG. 8 .
- the ratchet clamp 704 can include a ratchet track 710 having a plurality of teeth 802 formed thereon, as well as a pawl 712 configured to engage the teeth to allow for movement of the distal arms 706 a , 706 b toward one another but resist opposite movement of the arms away from one another.
- a release can be included to disengage the pawl 712 from the ratchet track 710 and allow unlocking of the access port 402 relative to the anchor assembly 404 .
- a clamp 902 can replace the locking instruments 406 and 702 described above.
- the clamp 902 can include a body 904 pivotably coupled to a proximal portion 602 of the split ball 416 such that the body 904 can rotate relative to the split ball 416 about an axis R 1 .
- a fork including a pair of arms 1002 a , 1002 b can extend from the body 904 and be configured to contact and slide along outer surfaces of the extension tabs 412 a , 412 b as the clamp body 904 and arms are rotated toward the extension tabs.
- the arms 1002 a , 1002 b can apply a compressive force to the opposed extension tabs 412 a , 412 b in the same manner as the distal arms 422 a , 422 b and 706 a , 706 b described above such that a position of the access port 402 can be locked relative to the anchor assembly 404 .
- Such locking is accomplished by urging the extension tabs 412 a , 412 b toward one another to impart a compressive force on the split ball 416 and prevent relative movement between the split ball and the extension tabs.
- Such compression can also cause opposed portions of the split ball 416 to compress into the shaft 414 , thereby preventing relative movement between the split ball and the shaft.
- a handle 906 can extend from the body 904 to provide a user with leverage when actuating the lock by rotating the body 904 and arms 1002 a , 1002 b toward the extension tabs 412 a , 412 b .
- the handle 906 can be configured to threadingly or otherwise removably couple to the body 904 such that the handle can be removed after actuation to allow for a more streamlined or low-profile assembly once a position of the access port 402 is locked.
- a ring lock 1102 can be employed in place of the locking instruments described above.
- the ring lock 1102 can be slidably disposed over the extension tabs 412 a , 412 b such that it can translate along a length thereof.
- the ring lock 1102 can include a closed proximal portion 1202 defining an inner lumen 1208 through which the extension tabs 412 a , 412 b can extend.
- the ring lock 1102 can further include opposed sets of distally extending arms 1204 a , 1204 b that can define a U-shaped recess 1206 that can receive the shaft 414 as the ring lock is translated into position around the extension tabs 412 a , 412 b and the split ball 416 .
- the diameter of the inner lumen 1208 can be smaller than the resting outer diameter of the extension tabs 412 a , 412 b such that the ring lock 1102 applies a compressive force to the extension tabs as it is translated along the extension tabs.
- the inner diameter of the ring lock 1102 can be tapered such that a compressive force is applied by the distal arms 1204 a , 1204 b but not the proximal portion 1202 .
- the ring lock 1102 can include opposed spring arms 1210 a , 1210 b that can be configured to impart a compressive force on the extension tabs 412 a , 412 b and thereby permit the above-described selective locking as the ring lock 1102 is slid into position over the extension tabs 412 a , 412 b and split ball 416 .
- Such spring arms 1210 a , 1210 b can be utilized in place of, or in addition to, different inner lumen diameters to exert varying compressive forces on the extension tabs 412 a , 412 b and split ball 416 .
- FIGS. 13 A- 18 illustrate still other examples of linkages or mating features that can couple an access port to an anchor to define a channel to a surgical site, for example a surgical site located on an ipsilateral side of a patient's body as the anchor. More particularly, these figures illustrate various embodiments of selectively lockable and polyaxially adjustable linkages.
- FIGS. 13 A- 18 illustrate still other examples of linkages or mating features that can couple an access port to an anchor to define a channel to a surgical site, for example a surgical site located on an ipsilateral side of a patient's body as the anchor. More particularly, these figures illustrate various embodiments of selectively lockable and polyaxially adjustable linkages.
- FIGS. 13 A- 18 illustrate still other examples of linkages or mating features that can couple an access port to an anchor to define a channel to a surgical site, for example a surgical site located on an ipsilateral side of a patient's body as the anchor. More particularly, these figures illustrate various embodiments of selectively lockable and polyaxial
- FIG. 13 A and 13 B illustrate one embodiment of a polyaxially adjustable linkage 1302 that can be selectively locked via a bolt and thumbscrew 1304 that compresses opposed body portions of the linkage together, thereby compressing a first connection at one end of the linkage to an access port 1306 and a second connection at an opposite end of the linkage to an extension tower 1308 that can be coupled to, for example, a pedicle screw or other anchor (not shown).
- a pedicle screw or other anchor not shown.
- the linkage 1302 is capable of polyaxial adjustment relative to each of the access port 1306 and tower 1308 , the access port can be polyaxially adjusted relative to the tower, as shown in the various relative positions of these components in FIGS. 13 A and 13 B .
- FIGS. 13 A and 13 B While a thumbscrew 1304 is illustrated in FIGS. 13 A and 13 B , a variety of other locking mechanisms can be employed to selectively permit or prevent relative movement between the access port 1306 and tower 1308 .
- FIG. 14 illustrates an embodiment in which a cam 1404 is employed to selectively compress opposed portions of the linkage 1402 a , 1402 b to selectively lock a position of the access port 1306 relative to the extension tower 1308 .
- a linkage can include a plurality of rigid segments, as shown in FIGS. 15 and 16 .
- a linkage 1502 can include a first segment 1504 coupled to the access port 1306 and a second segment 1506 coupled to the extension tower 1308 .
- first and second segments 1504 , 1506 can be pivotably coupled to one another at a pivot joint 1508 .
- Such a configuration can allow for greater flexibility and reach in positioning the access port 1306 relative to the extension tower 1308 .
- the linkage 1502 of FIG. 15 can be positioned to extend over or around other instrumentation disposed between the access port 1306 and the extension tower 1308 .
- Any number of linkage segments can be included and each segment can receive a locking mechanism, e.g., a thumbscrew, cam-lock, or other locking mechanism to selectively lock movement of components coupled thereto by compressing opposed portions 1504 a , 1504 b or 1506 a , 1506 b together.
- first and second segments 1504 , 1506 include through-holes 1510 , 1512 to receive a thumbscrew or cam-lock mechanism, as shown in FIGS. 13 A- 14 .
- FIGS. 13 A- 16 can couple to an access port 1306 and extension tower 1308 using, e.g., a split ring clamp.
- the linkage 1402 of FIG. 14 can include a first split ring clamp 1406 disposed about the access port 1306 and a second split ring clamp 1408 disposed about the extension tower 1308 .
- the split ring clamps 1406 , 1408 can include spherical inner surfaces that can interface with spherical outer surfaces of bushing rings coupled to the access port 1304 and extension tower 1308 .
- FIG. 17 illustrates one embodiment of a bushing ring 1702 coupled to the extension tower 1308 and FIG.
- the bushing rings 1702 , 1802 can include outer spherical surfaces and a relief slot 1704 , 1804 to allow the bushing rings to slide along and/or rotate about the extension tower 1308 and access port 1306 when no clamping force is exerted thereon.
- the ability to selectively move the bushing rings 1702 , 1802 relative to the extension tower 1308 and access port 1306 can allow, for example, a height of the access port relative to the extension tower to be adjusted.
- the bushing rings 1702 , 1802 can be integrally formed with the extension tower 1308 and access port 1306 such no relative movement between these components is possible.
- the relief slots 1704 , 1804 may be eliminated.
- the interfacing of the inner and outer spherical surfaces of the split ring clamps 1406 , 1408 and bushing rings 1702 , 1802 can allow for polyaxial movement between the components in the absence of compressive force.
- compressive force is applied to the split ring clamps 1406 , 1408 via, for example, the thumbscrew 1304 or cam-lock 1404 , the split ring clamps 1406 , 1408 can compress around the bushing rings 1702 , 1802 , thereby causing the bushing rings to compress around the access port 1306 and extension tower 1308 and prevent relative movement between these components. This can effectively lock the entire linkage to prevent relative movement between the access port 1306 and the extension tower 1308 .
- a height of an access port can be adjustable such that the access port can be extend from a variety of heights above a patient's skin surface (e.g., positions along an extension tower or screw extension tabs, etc.) to various depths within a patient's body (e.g., to surgical sites located at various positions below a patient's skin surface).
- FIGS. 19 A- 19 C illustrate one embodiment of an access port 1902 with an adjustable height achieved by relative movement of an inner tube or sleeve 1904 and an outer tube or sleeve 1906 . More particularly, the inner tube 1904 can translate relative to the outer tube 1906 .
- Such movement can be guided, in some embodiments, by various locating features 1908 , such as cooperating ridges and notches, formed on the surfaces of the inner and outer tubes 1904 , 1906 .
- a flat spring arm can be provided on the inner tube 1904 and the outer tube 1906 can include a plurality of teeth for engaging the spring arm.
- relative movement of the inner and outer sleeves 1904 , 1906 can be selectively locked to prevent further adjustment of a height of the access port.
- a relief slot 1910 formed in the outer sleeve 1906 can allow the outer sleeve to be compressed around the inner sleeve 1904 to lock their relative positions when, for example, a split ring clamp, such as the clamp 1406 , compresses around the outer sleeve 1906 or a bushing 1802 disposed about the outer sleeve 1906 .
- a locking mechanism such as the thumbscrew 1304 or the cam-lock 1404 , can be utilized to lock both relative positions of an access port and an anchor, as well as a height of the access port.
- FIGS. 20 A- 31 D illustrate still other embodiments of access ports that can be coupled to an anchor, e.g., on an ipsilateral side of a patient's body, such that longitudinal axes of the access port and the anchor are non-coaxial.
- a linkage coupling the anchor to the access port can form a portion of an outer circumference of the access port that pivots relative thereto.
- Such embodiments can be adjustable such that, in certain configurations, a longitudinal axis of the access port aligns with a longitudinal axis of the anchor. In certain procedures, such as spinal fixation or deformity correction procedures, this can advantageously allow the access port to also serve as a screw tower for spinal fixation rod insertion during a different portion of the procedure.
- FIGS. 20 A and 20 B illustrate alternative views of one embodiment of a split-tube access port 2000 that can be coupled to an anchor 2002 , such as a pedicle screw.
- the access port 2000 can include a generally cylindrical body 2004 defining an inner lumen 2006 extending along a longitudinal axis L 6 thereof.
- a linkage portion 2008 of the body 2004 can be split from the remainder and capable of pivoting relative thereto about an axis R 2 .
- a thumbscrew 2010 can be included to selectively lock the pivoting motion between the body 2004 and linkage portion 2008 .
- a cam-lock or any of a variety of other locking mechanisms can also be employed in place of the thumbscrew 2010 .
- a secondary lumen 2012 can be provided to receive additional surgical instruments.
- the secondary lumen 2012 in the illustrated embodiment can be configured to receive a camera and/or light source to aid a user in performing a surgical procedure.
- the secondary lumen 2012 can extend parallel to the inner lumen 2006 or transversely thereto, and the two lumens can merge in certain embodiments.
- the secondary lumen 2012 can extend transversely to the inner lumen 2006 such that a light source and/or camera passed through the secondary lumen 2012 extends into the inner lumen 2006 distal to a proximal end of the access port 2000 in some embodiments.
- the lumens can remain separate but the secondary lumen 2012 can be angled relative to the inner lumen 2006 such that, e.g., an endoscope camera emerging from a distal end of the secondary lumen 2012 can be viewing a surgical site located beyond a distal end of the inner lumen 2006 .
- the linkage portion 2008 can couple to the anchor 2002 in any of a variety of manners.
- a fork 2014 including a pair of opposed arms can be formed at a distal end of the linkage portion 2008 and configured to receive the anchor 2002 in a recess between the arms.
- the arms of the fork 2014 can be configured to receive a narrowed neck or shank portion 2016 of the anchor 2002 that extends distally from a wider proximal head portion 2018 .
- bone anchor portions of polyaxial pedicle screws typically include a cylindrical shank extending from a more spherically-shaped proximal head portion that interfaces with a polyaxial receiver head.
- the linkage portion 2008 can be selectively locked relative to the anchor by applying upward or proximal force to frictionally lock the arms of the fork 2014 against the proximal head 2018 of the anchor 2002 .
- tissue forming incision walls surrounding the anchor 2002 can exert sufficient force against the fork 2014 to prevent relative movement between the fork 2014 and the anchor 2002 .
- Such force might be an inward or compression force exerted by tissue surrounding the anchor 2002 , or the fork 2014 can be pulled upward such that a skin surface of the patient is disposed below the fork and exerts an upward force on the fork.
- the anchor 2002 can be tightened to compress the fork 2014 between the head portion 2018 of the anchor and a bone surface.
- any of a variety of locking mechanisms can be provided to selectively lock the linkage portion 2008 relative to the anchor 2002 .
- a locking screw 2020 can be utilized to drive the linkage portion 2008 upward relative to the anchor 2002 .
- a distal end of the locking screw 2020 can be configured to contact a proximal surface of the anchor 2002 and a hook 2022 can be threaded onto the locking screw 2020 .
- the hook 2022 can engage a through-hole 2024 formed in the linkage portion 2008 such that, as the locking screw 2020 is rotated, the hook 2022 translates upward and exerts an upward force on the linkage portion 2008 , thereby forcing the fork 2014 into contact with the proximal head 2018 of the anchor 2002 .
- the locking screw 2020 can exert a sufficient force to lock a relative position of the linkage portion 2008 relative to the anchor 2002 .
- a position of the access port 2000 relative to the anchor 2002 can be selectively locked, or movement can be permitted to allow polyaxial movement between these components.
- FIGS. 21 and 22 illustrate an alternative embodiment of an access port 2100 with a pivoting linkage portion 2102 and a locking mechanism 2104 to selectively lock a position of the access port relative to an anchor 2106 , such as a pedicle or other bone screw.
- the access port 2100 can include a generally cylindrical body 2108 that defines an inner lumen 2110 that can serve as a channel to access a surgical site.
- the linkage portion 2102 can be pivotably coupled to the body 2108 .
- the locking mechanism 2104 can include an actuator arm 2112 threadingly coupled to a proximal locking screw 2114 at a proximal end thereof.
- a distal portion of the actuator arm 2112 can include a wedge or dovetail shape 2116 disposed within a tapered slot 2118 formed in a proximal portion of the linkage portion 2102 .
- a user can rotate the locking screw 2114 at a proximal end of the access port 2100 .
- Rotation of the screw 2114 can cause proximal translation of the actuator arm 2112 relative to the body 2108 .
- Proximal movement of the actuator arm 2112 can cause the wedge 2116 to contact sidewalls of the tapered slot 2118 formed in the proximal portion of the linkage portion 2102 .
- This can result in the opposed proximal arms 2120 a , 2120 b of the linkage portion 2102 being urged laterally outward into contact with sidewalls of the body 2108 .
- Friction between the sidewalls of the body 2108 , the proximal arms 2120 a , 2120 b , and the actuator arm 2112 can lock a position of the linkage portion 2102 relative to the body 2108 of the access port 2000 .
- the linkage portion 2102 can include a slot 2122 formed in a distal portion thereof such that a fork is formed at a distal end of the linkage portion that includes opposed distal arms 2124 a , 2124 b .
- the opposed distal arms 2124 a , 2124 b can be configured to interface with the anchor 2106 in the same manner described above, e.g., around a narrowed shank or neck disposed below a wider proximal anchor head.
- proximal translation of the actuator arm 2112 that urges the proximal arms 2120 a , 2120 b laterally outward into frictional engagement with the sidewalls of the body 2108 can also cause a corresponding movement of the arms 2124 a , 2124 b laterally inward, thereby increasing friction of the arms 2124 a , 2124 b against the anchor 2106 .
- a central portion 2126 of the linkage portion 2102 can serve as a fulcrum about which the two sides of the linkage portion can pivot relative to one another.
- actuation of the locking screw 2114 can simultaneously lock movement of the linkage portion 2102 relative to the access port body 2108 and the anchor 2106 , thereby locking a position of the access port 2000 relative to the anchor.
- a locking mechanism can include an actuator arm driven distally to push against a fork that interfaces with an anchor. Distal advancement of the actuator arm can cause the linkage portion, including the fork, to pivot back towards a center of the access port. This pivoting motion can pinch the screw or anchor head between the fork and an exterior surface of the access tube, thereby locking the tube in place with respect to the screw.
- a hook can be utilized that extends in a plane perpendicular to a longitudinal axis of the access tube. The hook can be attached to a longitudinal screw extending down along a length of the access tube. As the screw is rotated, the hook can rotate about an axis parallel to the longitudinal axis of the access tube. The rotating hook can grab onto the implanted bone anchor and pull it tight to the outside of the access tube to lock the tube in place.
- the access ports 2000 and 2100 described above can advantageously transition between a first configuration in which a linkage portion thereof forms a portion of an outer circumference of the access port and a second configuration in which the linkage portion is pivoted or split away from the remainder of the access port body.
- This can allow the access ports 2000 and 2100 to be inserted in a configuration wherein a longitudinal axis of an inner lumen of the access port is coaxial with a longitudinal axis of an anchor and subsequently moved to a configuration in which a longitudinal axis of an inner lumen of the access port and a longitudinal axis of the anchor are non-coaxial, e.g., as shown in FIGS. 20 A- 22 .
- the access port can be repeatedly moved between these configurations during a surgical procedure.
- the access ports 2000 and 2100 can both define a channel to a surgical site adjacent to an anchor, as well as function as a screw extension providing a channel to the anchor itself, thereby facilitating other procedure steps, including receiver head insertion, spinal fixation element insertion, locking cap insertion, etc.
- FIGS. 23 A- 23 I illustrate one embodiment of a surgical procedure utilizing an access port 2300 similar to that shown in FIGS. 20 A and 20 B . Similar procedures are also possible utilizing the access port 2100 of FIGS. 21 and 22 .
- a procedure can include implanting a bone screw or other anchor 2302 that is pre-assembled to the access port 2100 in a configuration in which a longitudinal axis L 7 of the access port is aligned with a longitudinal axis L 8 of the anchor.
- the components can be maintained in such a position by inserting a dilator and/or driver 2304 through a lumen or channel of the access port 2300 and engaging a proximal end of the anchor 2302 .
- Application of distal force by the driver 2304 to the anchor 2302 can securely restrain a position of the anchor between a distal end of the driver 2304 and a fork 2306 of the access port 2300 .
- the driver 2304 and fork 2306 can cooperatively restrain the anchor 2302 from axial movement along its longitudinal axis L 8 , but allow for rotational movement of the driver and anchor relative to the fork during insertion into a patient's bone.
- the driver can be withdrawn proximally out of the access port channel or lumen, thereby leaving the access port coupled to the anchor and positioned in line therewith.
- the access port fork 2306 can be held against a proximal head 2308 of the anchor 2302 by upward or inward force applied to the fork from tissue surrounding the anchor and access port, or by inserting a locking element, such as the lock screw 2020 and hook 2022 described above in connection with the access port 2000 .
- a user can angle or otherwise move a portion of the access port 2300 , such as the access port body 2310 , relative to the anchor to align its channel 2312 with the surgical site.
- a portion of the access port 2300 such as the access port body 2310
- the longitudinal axis L 7 of the access port 2300 can be non-coaxial with the longitudinal axis L 8 of the anchor 2302 .
- the access port body 2310 can remain coupled to and stabilized by the anchor 2302 via a linkage portion 2314 that can pivot relative to the body.
- a lock such as the thumbwheel lock 2316 , can be utilized to selectively lock a position of the linkage portion 2314 relative to the body 2310 .
- a user can perform any of a variety of surgical procedures at the surgical site by introducing one or more instruments through the access port channel 2312 .
- a user can perform a spinal fusion cage insertion procedure via the channel 2312 of the access port 2300 while the access port remains secured in position relative to the anchor 2302 .
- any locks e.g., thumbwheel lock 2316 and/or a fork/anchor lock like the screw 2020 and hook 2022
- the access port body 2310 can be returned to its insertion position wherein the longitudinal axes L 7 and L 8 are aligned.
- Any locks can be reengaged in such a configuration such that the access port 2300 can serve as an anchor extension tower for further surgical procedures, such as receiver head insertion, spinal fixation element insertion, locking cap insertion and tightening, etc.
- FIG. 23 C shows the access port 2300 returned to the configuration of FIG. 23 A , but without any dilator and/or driver 2304 .
- FIG. 23 D illustrates a polyaxial screw receiver head 2318 being inserted through the channel 2312 of the access port 2300 using a tool 2320 .
- the receiver head 2318 can be advanced distally through the channel 2312 of the access port and coupled to the proximal head 2308 of the anchor 2302 .
- the head 2318 can be coupled to the anchor 2302 without interference from the access port fork 2306 because the fork engages the anchor distal of, or below in the figure, the spherical proximal head 2308 of the anchor (if a locking screw 2020 and hook 2022 are employed, these components may need to be removed before coupling the receiver head 2318 to the anchor 2302 ).
- 23 E shows the receiver head 2318 disposed over the proximal head (not visible) of the anchor 2302 .
- the insertion tool 2320 utilized to introduce the head through the access port channel 2312 can be removed.
- FIG. 23 F illustrates a further step in which an adjacent anchor 2322 is introduced into a patient's bone, e.g., into an adjacent vertebra on an ipsilateral side of the patient's body.
- the anchor 2322 can be introduced pre-assembled to a receiver head 2324 and extension tower 2326 that permits manipulation of and access to the anchor 2322 from outside the patient's body.
- a spinal fixation element such as a rod 2328
- the extension tower 2326 and access port 2300 can include opposed through-holes formed in sidewalls thereof to allow passage of the rod 2328 or other spinal fixation element.
- the linkage portion 2314 of the access port 2300 can include a through-hole 2332 that can be utilized for rod passage as well as interfacing with a locking mechanism, such as the above-described locking screw 2020 and hook 2022 .
- the access port body 2310 can also include a through-hole 2334 or slot or other cut-out formed therein that is aligned with the through-hole 2332 to allow the rod 2328 to pass through during insertion.
- a user can introduce locking caps, such as locking caps or set screws 2336 and 2338 shown in FIG. 23 I , through the extension tower 2326 and access port channel 2312 to secure the rod 2328 or other spinal fixation element relative to each receiver head/anchor assembly.
- a further step can include removing the extension tower 2326 and access port 2300 to leave a final in-situ fixation construct, as shown in FIG. 23 I .
- removal of the access port 2300 can include loosening the thumbwheel lock 2316 to allow the linkage portion 2314 to release from the rod 2328 and anchor 2302 .
- FIGS. 24 A- 31 D illustrate a further embodiment of an access port that includes one or more malleable or bendable tabs to facilitate use of the access port in procedures like those described above.
- FIGS. 24 A and 24 B illustrate one embodiment of an access port 2400 having a generally cylindrical body 2402 defining an access channel 2403 that can be formed from a malleable material, such as any of a variety of metals and polymers.
- the body 2402 can include a plurality of slots or slits 2404 a - 2404 k formed therein and extending axially from any of a proximal end 2406 and a distal end 2408 thereof to form one or more bendable tabs at each end of the access port 2400 .
- the slots 2404 a - 2404 k illustrated in FIGS. 24 A and 24 B can form a plurality of tabs 2410 a - 2410 g that can be deformed or bent away from the illustrated configuration in which they form part of the outer circumference of the cylindrical body 2402 .
- the positioning of the slots or slits 2404 a - 2404 k in combination with the material's malleability, can allow for isolated deformation at desired locations, such as the virtual hinge line 2411 of the tab 2404 a shown in FIG. 24 A .
- the one or more tabs 2410 can serve a variety of purposes in different surgical procedures.
- corresponding proximal and distal tabs e.g., tabs 2410 a and 2410 b
- FIG. 25 illustrates the access port 2400 with a visualization system 2502 disposed through the through-holes 2412 , 2414 of the tabs 2410 a , 2410 b that have been deformed or bent away from the cylindrical body 2402 .
- a tab 2410 g can be utilized as a linkage for coupling with an anchor 2602 , as shown in FIG. 26 . More specifically, the tab 2410 g can be configured to be coupled to a link 2604 that couples with the anchor 2602 .
- the link 2604 shown in detail in FIG. 27 , can include a distal portion with a fork 2606 having opposed arms 2702 a , 2702 b configured to engage the anchor 2602 below a proximal head portion thereof.
- the proximal head portion of the anchor can include a spherical head in the case of an unassembled bone anchor, as described above, or a distal end of a receiver head 2608 in the case of an assembled polyaxial bone screw.
- a proximal portion of the link 2604 can include a pair of opposed arms 2704 a , 2704 b that can be configured to capture the tab 2410 g to couple the link and the access port body 2402 , as shown in FIG. 26 .
- the link 2604 of the access port 2400 can include features to facilitate securing the link to an anchor 2602 , as described above.
- the link can include a through-hole 2610 formed therein that can receive a hook 2612 that forms part of a locking mechanism, similar to the locking screw 2020 and hook 2022 of FIGS. 20 A and 20 B .
- a locking mechanism may not be employed and upward and/or inward force exerted by surrounding tissue can be relied upon to secure the fork 2606 relative to the anchor 2602 .
- the access port 2300 can be inserted in the configuration of FIG. 28 A , wherein a longitudinal axis L 9 of the access port 2300 is aligned with a longitudinal axis L 10 of the anchor 2602 .
- a preassembled assembly as shown in FIG. 28 A can be inserted using a driver, similar to the embodiment shown in FIG. 23 A .
- the access port 2400 can be positioned over an implantation site and the anchor 2602 and link 2604 can be implanted by passing them through the central channel or lumen of the access port from a proximal end thereof to a distal end thereof.
- the link 2604 can then be coupled to a distal portion of the access port 2400 by, e.g., sliding the tab 2410 f between the opposed arms 2704 a , 2704 b of the link, as shown in FIGS. 28 A and 28 B .
- the anchor 2602 can be implanted independently by passing it through the access port channel or by implanting without the aid of the access port, then the link 2604 can be coupled to the anchor 2602 and the access port 2400 .
- the access port 2400 can be inserted down onto the link 2604 that is already coupled to an anchor 2602 implanted in a patient's bone.
- the access port 2400 can include a bendable tab 2410 f or 2410 g that allows the port to be moved relative to the anchor 2602 and to then hold the port in place. It is apparent in comparing FIGS. 26 - 28 B that the access port 2400 can include a plurality of distal tabs, such as tabs 2410 f and 2410 g that are opposed about a midline of the access port 2400 , for coupling to a link 2604 in different orientations. Regardless of which tab is utilized, the port 2400 can be placed in a desired position/orientation by bending or deforming the tab and can be maintained there after positioning by the material's inherent rigidity.
- the access port 2400 can be moved from the above-described axially-aligned configuration of FIG. 28 A to a configuration in which the longitudinal axis L 9 of the access port is non-coaxial with the longitudinal axis L 10 of the anchor, as shown in FIG. 28 B . Moreover, the access port 2400 can repeatedly be moved between the configurations of FIGS. 28 A and 28 B to allow for use in a variety of procedures, such as the procedure described above in connection with FIGS. 23 A- 23 I .
- the access port 2400 can also be configured to couple to other surgical components, such as a nerve shield or soft tissue retractor 2902 .
- FIG. 29 illustrates a plurality of retractors 2902 a , 2902 b coupled to the tabs 2410 c , 2410 d , respectively.
- FIG. 30 illustrates the retractor 2902 in greater detail.
- the retractor 2902 can include a proximal handle 3002 for manipulating the retractor and any tab it is coupled to, as well as an elongate body 3004 and a distal retracting tip 3006 configured to shield and/or retract soft tissue.
- the retractor 2902 can also include a pair of opposed arms 3008 a , 3008 b for capturing a tab 2410 of the access port 2400 , similar to the opposed arms 2704 a , 2704 b of the above-described link 2604 .
- FIGS. 31 A- 31 D illustrate one embodiment of a method for utilizing a soft tissue retractor or nerve shield 2902 in connection with the access port 2400 .
- the method can include deforming or bending a tab 2910 d at a proximal end 2406 of the access port 2400 away from a central longitudinal axis L 9 such that the tab splits away from an initial configuration in which it forms part of the outer circumference of the cylindrical body 2402 of the access port.
- the soft tissue retractor 2902 can then be introduced into the channel or lumen 2403 of the access port 2400 in a manner that engages the tab 2410 d and the opposed arms 3008 a , 3008 b of the retractor 2902 , as shown by FIGS.
- the distal retracting tip 3006 can cross the longitudinal axis L 9 or a midline of the channel 2403 to protrude from a distal end 2408 of the access port on an opposite side of the port from the tab 2410 d .
- a user can utilize the handle 3002 to bend or deform the tab 2910 d back to its original position aligned with an outer circumference of the access port cylindrical body 2402 , as shown in FIG. 31 D .
- the distal retractor tip 3006 can move back across the access tube longitudinal axis L 9 or midline such that the tip is positioned on a same side as the tab 2910 d .
- the retractor tip can capture and move any soft tissue it encounters, such as nerves, etc.
- a retractor 2902 can be useful in moving, for example, nerves commonly encountered during surgical procedures on a patient's vertebrae.
- a plurality of retractors can be employed simultaneously.
- the proximal end 2406 of the access port 2400 can include four slits or slots 2404 c - 2404 f that create three identical tabs 2410 c - 2410 e to which a retractor 2902 can be coupled.
- a method for utilizing the access port 2400 can include deforming proximal and distal tabs 2410 a , 2410 b and positioning an endoscope or surgical visualization system 2502 through holes 2412 , 2414 formed in the tabs 2410 a , 2410 b .
- the access port 2400 and endoscope or other visualization system 2502 can be introduced into a patient with a pedicle screw or other anchor 2602 (the screw can be preassembled with any of a variety of receiver heads, e.g., polyaxial, monoaxial, favored angle, etc., or can be headless).
- the port 2400 can be aligned with the anchor 2602 such that a longitudinal axis of the port 2400 and a longitudinal axis of the anchor 2602 are aligned. Introduction and insertion can be facilitated by inserting a dilator and/or driver tool through a working channel of the access port 2400 such that it interfaces with the anchor 2602 .
- any dilator or driver tool can be removed and the port 2400 can be manipulated into a desired position, e.g., over intervertebral disc space adjacent to the vertebra into which the anchor 2602 was inserted, by deforming whichever tab 2410 f , 2410 g is coupled to the anchor by the link 2604 .
- the desired position can be on an ipsilateral side of the patient's body (e.g., adjacent to the anchor 2602 on a same side of a patient's spine or midline axis).
- a longitudinal axis of the access port 2400 can be non-coaxial with a longitudinal axis of the anchor.
- a position of the link 2604 and port 2400 can be locked relative to the anchor 2602 using, for example, a locking screw and hook 2612 to drive the distal fork 2606 of the link 2604 upward against a proximal portion of the anchor.
- the method can further include deforming one or more of the proximal tabs 2410 c , 2410 d , 2410 e outward away from a central longitudinal axis of the access port.
- a retractor 2902 can be coupled to a deformed tab 2410 and advanced distally beyond a distal end of the port 2400 where, for example, soft tissue creep may have occurred.
- a distal retractor tip 3006 of the retractor 2902 can be positioned on an opposite side of the soft tissue from the deformed tab 2910 that is coupled to a proximal portion of the retractor. The retractor can then be manipulated in a manner that deforms the tab coupled thereto back to an original position.
- This movement can cause the distal retractor tip 3006 to capture the soft tissue and retract it towards the side of the access port 2400 where the tab 2410 couples to the retractor 2902 , thereby clearing a central portion of the access tube lumen 2403 .
- the retractor 2902 and captured tissue can be maintained in this position because force exerted by the captured tissue can be less than a force required to cause the tab 2410 to deform.
- a user can complete any of a variety of surgical procedures through the lumen 2403 of the access port 2400 .
- procedures on the intervertebral disc space such as disc replacement, discectomy, endplate preparation, fusion cage insertion, bone graft delivery, and the like can be performed by passing instruments or implants through the access port 2400 .
- any locking relative to the anchor 2602 can be released and any tissue retractor 2902 removed, if present, and whichever tab 2410 f , 2410 g is coupled to the link 2604 can be deformed back to its original position, thereby returning the access port 2400 to its insertion configuration wherein a longitudinal axis of the access port is aligned with a longitudinal axis of the anchor.
- the access port 2400 can continue to act as a screw tower over the anchor 2602 to aid in anchor receiver head insertion and coupling, spinal fixation element insertion, as well as locking cap insertion and tightening, as described above in connection with FIGS. 23 A- 23 I .
- the link 2604 can be disengaged from the anchor 2602 and the port 2400 can be removed.
- FIG. 32 illustrates still another embodiment of a linkage 3200 to couple an access port and an anchor in a selectively lockable manner.
- a distal portion 3202 of the linkage 3200 can be configured to couple to an anchor, such as a pedicle screw. The coupling can be achieved using a variety of known mechanisms, including a threaded engagement, interfacing with one or more notches or other mating features formed on an anchor, etc.
- a proximal portion 3204 of the linkage 3200 can be configured to couple to an access port using any of a variety of known mechanisms.
- the proximal portion 3202 and distal portion 3204 can be coupled to one another by a “smart” material 3206 having mechanical properties that can be varied by application of electrical current or other input.
- the material 3206 can be normally free to move and flex, but can be made rigid by applying an electric current 3208 or other input thereto.
- the material 3206 can be reversed such that it is normally rigid and made flexible by application of an electric current or other input.
- an access port can be positioned relative to a bone screw or other anchor as desired, then current or other input can be applied to the smart material 3206 to hold it in place.
- the configuration of FIG. 32 is one example of how such a material can be utilized, but it is possible to employ it in a variety of manners in connection with the systems and devices described herein.
- such materials could be utilized to achieve clamping of extension tabs, such as the tabs described in connection with FIGS. 4 - 12 C above.
- Such materials could also be utilized to clamp a connector onto a screw tower or port, etc.
- Such a “smart” material 3206 can be electroplastic elastomer hydrogels, which can exhibit altered tensile strength (e.g., from flexible to hard) based on electric current applied thereto.
- Other exemplary materials can include electroactive polymers (EAP), nitinol or shape memory materials, hydrogels, etc.
- the instruments disclosed herein can be constructed from any of a variety of known materials. Exemplary materials include those which are suitable for use in surgical applications, including metals such as stainless steel, titanium, nickel, cobalt-chromium, or alloys and combinations thereof, polymers such as PEEK, ceramics, carbon fiber, and so forth.
- the various components of the instruments disclosed herein can have varying degrees of rigidity or flexibility, as appropriate for their use. Device sizes can also vary greatly, depending on the intended use and surgical site anatomy. Furthermore, particular components can be formed from a different material than other components.
- One or more components or portions of the instrument can be formed from a radiopaque material to facilitate visualization under fluoroscopy and other imaging techniques, or from a radiolucent material so as not to interfere with visualization of other structures. Exemplary radiolucent materials include carbon fiber and high-strength polymers.
- the devices and methods disclosed herein can be used in minimally-invasive surgery and/or open surgery. While the devices and methods disclosed herein are generally described in the context of spinal surgery on a human patient, it will be appreciated that the methods and devices disclosed herein can be used in any of a variety of surgical procedures with any human or animal subject, or in non-surgical procedures.
- the devices disclosed herein can be designed to be disposed of after a single use, or they can be designed to be used multiple times. In either case, however, the device can be reconditioned for reuse after at least one use. Reconditioning can include any combination of the steps of disassembly of the device, followed by cleaning or replacement of particular pieces, and subsequent reassembly. In particular, the device can be disassembled, and any number of the particular pieces or parts of the device can be selectively replaced or removed in any combination. Upon cleaning and/or replacement of particular parts, the device can be reassembled for subsequent use either at a reconditioning facility, or by a surgical team immediately prior to a surgical procedure.
- reconditioning of a device can utilize a variety of techniques for disassembly, cleaning/replacement, and reassembly. Use of such techniques, and the resulting reconditioned device, are all within the scope of the present application.
- the devices described herein can be processed before use in a surgical procedure.
- a new or used instrument can be obtained and, if necessary, cleaned.
- the instrument can then be sterilized.
- the instrument can be placed in a closed and sealed container, such as a plastic or TYVEK bag.
- the container and its contents can then be placed in a field of radiation that can penetrate the container, such as gamma radiation, x-rays, or high-energy electrons.
- the radiation can kill bacteria on the instrument and in the container.
- the sterilized instrument can then be stored in the sterile container.
- the sealed container can keep the instrument sterile until it is opened in the medical facility.
- Other forms of sterilization known in the art are also possible. This can include beta or other forms of radiation, ethylene oxide, steam, or a liquid bath (e.g., cold soak). Certain forms of sterilization may be better suited to use with different portions of the device due to the materials utilized, the presence of electrical components, etc.
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Abstract
Surgical access port stabilization systems and methods are described herein. Such systems and methods can be employed to provide ipsilateral stabilization of a surgical access port, e.g., during spinal surgeries. In one embodiment, a surgical system can include an access port configured for percutaneous insertion into a patient to define a channel to a surgical site and an anchor configured for insertion into the patient's bone. Further, the access port can be coupled to the anchor such that a longitudinal axis of the access port and a longitudinal axis of the anchor are non-coaxial. With such a system, a surgeon or other user can access a surgical site through the access port without the need for external or other stabilization of the access port, but can instead position the access port relative to an anchor already placed in the patient's body.
Description
- The present application is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 15/931,839, filed May 14, 2020. U.S. application Ser. No. 15/931,839 is a continuation U.S. application Ser. No. 15/786,891, filed Oct. 18, 2017 (now issued as U.S. Pat. No. 10,682,130). U.S. application Ser. No. 15/786,891 claims priority to U.S. Provisional Application No. 62/468,475, filed on Mar. 8, 2017. U.S. application Ser. No. 15/786,891 is also a continuation-in-part of U.S. application Ser. No. 15/437,792 filed on Feb. 21, 2017 (now issued as U.S. Pat. No. 10,874,425). U.S. application Ser. No. 15/437,792 is a continuation-in-part of U.S. application Ser. No. 15/254,877, filed on Sep. 1, 2016 (now issued as U.S. Pat. No. 10,987,129). U.S. application Ser. No. 15/254,877 claims priority to U.S. Provisional Application No. 62/214,297, filed on Sep. 4, 2015. The entire contents of each of these applications are incorporated by reference herein.
- This disclosure relates generally to surgical instruments, systems, and methods, and more particularly to instruments, systems, and methods for stabilization of a surgical access port that can be used in various procedures, e.g., orthopedic or neurologic surgical procedures such as spinal fusion surgery.
- Surgical procedures are used to treat and cure a wide range of diseases, conditions, and injuries. Surgery often requires access to internal tissue through open or minimally invasive surgical procedures. The term “minimally invasive” refers to all types of minimally invasive surgical procedures, including endoscopic, laparoscopic, arthroscopic, natural orifice intraluminal, and natural orifice transluminal procedures. Minimally invasive surgery can have numerous advantages compared to traditional open surgical procedures, including reduced trauma, faster recovery, reduced risk of infection, and reduced scarring.
- Whether minimally invasive or not, there are a number of surgical procedures in which it can be desirable to form a working channel in a patient to provide access to a surgical site within the patient. One such example is orthopedic or neurologic surgical procedures, including, e.g., spinal fusion procedures where it can be desirable to form a working channel through a patient's tissue to access their vertebrae and/or the intervertebral discs disposed between adjacent vertebrae.
- A variety of surgical access devices are known, including various devices that are anchored to a surgical table upon which a patient is disposed, or devices that penetrate tissue without being anchored to any other structure. In such arrangements, the access device may be inadequately supported, or the access device may undesirably move relative to the patient if the patient moves relative to the operating table. Accordingly, there is a need for improved access port stabilization devices, systems, and methods that can streamline the instrumentation and methodology of various surgical procedures.
- In some embodiments, improved ipsilateral access port stabilization is provided via an access port configured to couple to an anchor, such as a bone screw, implanted in a patient at a location nearby the surgical site, e.g., on an ipsilateral side. The access port can be coupled to the anchor via a linkage and can have a variety of degrees of freedom to adjust its position relative to the anchor and patient. Further, the access port can be configured to be selectively locked in a desired position to permit stabilized access to a surgical site. While the systems, devices, and methods described herein can be utilized in a variety of surgical procedures, they can have particular utility in various orthopedic or neurologic surgical procedures, such as spinal operations.
- In one aspect, a surgical system is provided that can include an access port configured for percutaneous insertion into a patient to define a channel to a surgical site, and an anchor configured for insertion into the patient's bone. Further, the access port can be coupled to the anchor such that a longitudinal axis of the access port and a longitudinal axis of the anchor are non-coaxial.
- The devices and methods described herein can have a number of additional features and/or variations, all of which are within the scope of the present disclosure. In some embodiments, for example, the access port can be configured to be coupled to an anchor on an ipsilateral side of a patient's body, i.e., a same side. For example, in the context of spinal orthopedic surgery, this can mean that the access port can be coupled to an anchor disposed in a patient's vertebra on a same side of the spine or patient midline as the access port. This is in contrast to other techniques, such as those mentioned above, that couple access ports to anchors disposed on a contralateral side of the patient's body, i.e., an opposite side. In some embodiments, the access port can be configured to be coupled to an anchor on a contralateral side of a patient's body.
- In some embodiments, a position of the access port relative to the anchor can be selectively locked to maintain the access port in a desired position relative to the anchor. This can be useful, for example, to maintain the access port in alignment with a desired surgical site. A variety of locking mechanisms are possible, as described below.
- In certain embodiments, the access port can be coupled to the anchor by a linkage. The linkage can have a variety of forms. In some embodiments, the linkage can be a single shaft protruding from the access port, while in other embodiments the linkage can be a multi-component structure capable of adjustment and selective locking.
- In some embodiments, the linkage can be deformable. For example, in some embodiments the linkage can be formed from metal capable of deformation under force (i.e., manipulation by a user). In other embodiments, the linkage can be selectively lockable so as to no longer be deformable. For example, the linkage can be selectively locked by application of electricity thereto in some embodiments, while in other embodiments the linkage can be selectively locked by an adjustment screw or other mechanical locking mechanism.
- In some embodiments, a length of the access port can be adjusted. For example, a length of the access port can be adjusted by telescoping an inner sleeve of the access port relative to an outer sleeve of the access port. This can allow the access port to have varying heights and extend varying distances both into a patient's body and away from a patient's skin surface.
- In some embodiments, the linkage can form a portion of an outer circumference of the access port and pivot relative to the access port. In other embodiments, the access port can include a deformable portion. The deformable portion can couple with the anchor in certain embodiments. Still further, in some embodiments the deformable portion can couple with the anchor below a polyaxial head of the anchor. A number of additional components can be included and coupled to the access port in a variety of manners. For example, in some embodiments a nerve shield or other soft tissue retractor can be coupled to the deformable portion of the access port.
- In some embodiments, the anchor can include opposed extensions extending proximally away from a distal portion thereof and the access port can couple to the anchor by compressing a portion of the access port between the opposed extensions. In such an embodiment, the system can further include a clamp configured to compress the opposed extensions toward one another.
- The clamp can have a variety of forms. For example, in some embodiments the clamp can define an inner lumen configured to receive the opposed extensions such that the clamp slides along a length of the opposed extensions. In other embodiments, the access port can include a shaft extending transversely to a longitudinal axis of the access port and a split ball disposed around the shaft between the opposed extensions. The clamp can cause the extensions to compress against the split ball and the shaft, thereby locking a position of the access port relative to the anchor. In some embodiments, the clamp can be coupled to the split ball and configured to pivot relative thereto to compress the opposed extensions onto the split ball.
- In another aspect, a surgical method is provided that can include inserting an anchor into a patient's bone, coupling an access port to the anchor, and positioning the access port relative to the anchor on a same side of the patient's body such that a longitudinal axis of the access port and a longitudinal axis of the anchor are non-coaxial. Further, the access port can define a channel to a surgical site.
- As with the system described above, a number of variations and additional features are possible. For example, in some embodiments the anchor can be inserted into a patient's vertebra, such as during a spinal orthopedic procedure.
- Moreover, in some embodiments the method can further include locking a position of the access port relative to the anchor. In some embodiments, positioning the access port can include deforming a linkage extending between the access port and the anchor.
- In some embodiments, the method can include applying electricity to the linkage to lock a position of the access port relative to the anchor. In some embodiments, the method can include actuating an adjustment screw to lock the position of the access port relative to the anchor. In some embodiments, the method can further include adjusting a length of the access port by telescoping an inner sleeve of the access port relative to an outer sleeve of the access port.
- In some embodiments, the method can further include deforming a portion of the access port. Moreover, in some embodiments coupling the access port to the anchor can include coupling the anchor with a deformable portion of the access port. Still further, in some embodiments the method can further include coupling a nerve shield or other soft tissue retractor to a deformable portion of the access port.
- In some embodiments, coupling the access port to the anchor can include compressing a portion of the access port between opposed extensions of the anchor that extend proximally away from a distal portion thereof.
- In another aspect, a surgical method can include introducing an access port and an anchor into a patient's body in a configuration wherein a longitudinal axis of the access port and a longitudinal axis of the anchor are coaxial, as well as adjusting a position of the access port relative to the anchor such that the longitudinal axis of the access port and the longitudinal axis of the anchor are non-coaxial and the access port and the anchor are on a same side of the patient's body.
- In some embodiments, the anchor can be inserted into a patient's vertebra, while in other embodiments the method can include inserting the anchor into a different portion of a patient's body. In some embodiments, the access port and the anchor can be coupled to a driver for introduction into the patient's body. The driver can maintain alignment of the components and provide for rotating the anchor to implant it in a patient's bone in some embodiments. The method can further include removing the driver prior to adjusting the position of the access port relative to the anchor in certain embodiments, e.g., to free the access port to move relative to the anchor where the driver maintains alignment of the access port and anchor.
- In some embodiments, the method can further include inserting a second anchor into the patient's body through the access port and re-adjusting a position of the access port relative to the anchor such that the longitudinal axis of the access port and the longitudinal axis of the anchor are coaxial. The method can further include inserting a polyaxial receiving head through the access port and coupling the receiving head to the anchor, coupling the anchor and the second anchor with a spinal fixation element, and removing the access port. In still other embodiments, the method can further include locking a position of the access port relative to the anchor after adjusting a position of the access port relative to the anchor.
- Any of the features or variations described above can be applied to any particular aspect or embodiment of the present disclosure in a number of different combinations. The absence of explicit recitation of any particular combination is due solely to the avoidance of repetition in this summary.
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FIG. 1 is a schematic illustration of one embodiment of a surgical system according to the teachings provided herein; -
FIG. 2 is a front perspective view of one embodiment of a surgical system including a deformable linkage to adjust a position of an access port; -
FIG. 3 is a side perspective view of the surgical system ofFIG. 2 ; -
FIG. 4 is a front perspective view of one embodiment of a surgical system including opposed extensions coupled to an anchor that selectively compress to lock a position of an access port; -
FIG. 5 is a partially-transparent detail view of the system ofFIG. 4 ; -
FIG. 6 is a top perspective view of an access port of the system ofFIG. 4 ; -
FIG. 7 is a front perspective view of one embodiment of a surgical system including a ratchet clamp; -
FIG. 8 is a rear perspective view of the system ofFIG. 7 after removal of a clamping instrument; -
FIG. 9 is a front perspective view of one embodiment of a surgical system including a pivoting lever clamp; -
FIG. 10 is a detail view of the system ofFIG. 9 ; -
FIG. 11 is a side view of one embodiment of a surgical system including a sliding ring clamp; -
FIG. 12A is a front perspective view of the sliding ring clamp ofFIG. 11 ; -
FIG. 12B is a front view of the sliding ring clamp ofFIG. 11 ; -
FIG. 12C is a side view of the sliding ring clamp ofFIG. 11 ; -
FIG. 13A is a side view of one embodiment of a surgical system including an adjustable linkage in a first configuration; -
FIG. 13B is a side view of the system ofFIG. 13A in a second configuration; -
FIG. 14 is a top perspective view of one embodiment of a surgical system including an adjustable linkage; -
FIG. 15 is a top perspective view of one embodiment of a surgical system including an adjustable linkage; -
FIG. 16 is a top view of the system ofFIG. 15 ; -
FIG. 17 is a perspective view of the anchor ofFIG. 15 ; -
FIG. 18 is a perspective view of the access port ofFIG. 15 ; -
FIG. 19A is a perspective view of one embodiment of a telescoping access port; -
FIG. 19B is a perspective cross-sectional view of the telescoping access port ofFIG. 19A ; -
FIG. 19C is an alternative perspective cross-sectional view of the telescoping access port ofFIG. 19A ; -
FIG. 20A is a perspective view of one embodiment of an access port coupled to an anchor; -
FIG. 20B is an alternative perspective view of one embodiment of an access port coupled to an anchor; -
FIG. 21 is a perspective view of one embodiment of an access port coupled to an anchor and configured for selective locking relative thereto; -
FIG. 22 is a perspective view of the access port and anchor ofFIG. 21 ; -
FIG. 23A is a front view of one embodiment of an access port, anchor, and driver; -
FIG. 23B is a side view of the access port and anchor ofFIG. 23A in a first configuration; -
FIG. 23C is a side view of the access port and anchor ofFIG. 23A in a second configuration; -
FIG. 23D is a side view of the access port and anchor ofFIG. 23A and a receiving member being introduced through the access port; -
FIG. 23E is a side view of the receiving member ofFIG. 23D being coupled to the anchor; -
FIG. 23F is a side view of the access port, anchor, and receiving member ofFIG. 23E adjacent to a second anchor; -
FIG. 23G is a side view of a spinal fixation element being inserted through the receiving member of the anchor and adjacent anchor ofFIG. 23F ; -
FIG. 23H is an alternative view of the spinal fixation element ofFIG. 23G ; -
FIG. 23I is a side view of the anchors ofFIG. 23H after removal of the access port and adjacent screw extensions; -
FIG. 24A is a side perspective view of one embodiment of an access port having deformable portions; -
FIG. 24B is a front perspective view of the access port ofFIG. 24A ; -
FIG. 25 is a front view of the access port ofFIG. 24A receiving a light and/or camera; -
FIG. 26 is a bottom perspective view of the access port ofFIG. 24A coupled to an anchor; -
FIG. 27 is a detail view of a linkage ofFIG. 26 for coupling an access port to an anchor; -
FIG. 28A is a side view of the access port and light and/or camera ofFIG. 25 coupled to an anchor in a first configuration; -
FIG. 28B is a side view of the access port and light and/or camera ofFIG. 28A in a second configuration; -
FIG. 29 is a bottom perspective view of the access port ofFIG. 24A coupled to a nerve shield; -
FIG. 30 is a detail view of a nerve shield ofFIG. 29 ; -
FIG. 31A is a front view of the access port ofFIG. 24A prior to coupling to a nerve shield; -
FIG. 31B is a front view of the access port ofFIG. 31A after coupling to a nerve shield; -
FIG. 31C is a front view of the access port ofFIG. 31B after advancing a nerve shield; -
FIG. 31D is a front view of the access port ofFIG. 31C after retracting a nerve shield; and -
FIG. 32 is a schematic of a selectively deformable linkage between an anchor and an access port. - Certain exemplary embodiments will now be described to provide an overall understanding of the principles of the structure, function, manufacture, and use of the devices, systems, and methods disclosed herein. One or more examples of these embodiments are illustrated in the accompanying drawings. Those skilled in the art will understand that the devices, systems, and methods specifically described herein and illustrated in the accompanying drawings are non-limiting exemplary embodiments. The features illustrated or described in connection with one exemplary embodiment may be combined with the features of other embodiments. Such modifications and variations are intended to be included within the scope of the present disclosure.
- Additionally, to the extent that linear or circular dimensions are used in the description of the disclosed devices and methods, such dimensions are not intended to limit the types of shapes that can be used in conjunction with such devices and methods. A person skilled in the art will recognize that an equivalent to such linear and circular dimensions can easily be determined for any geometric shape. Further, in the present disclosure, like-numbered components of the embodiments generally have similar features. Still further, sizes and shapes of the devices, and the components thereof, can depend at least on the anatomy of the subject in which the devices will be used, the size and shape of components with which the devices will be used, and the methods and procedures in which the devices will be used.
- Surgical devices, systems, and methods are described herein that provide access port stabilization through an access port configured to couple to an anchor, such as a bone screw, that can be implanted in a patient at a location nearby a surgical site, e.g., ipsilateral stabilization to a point on an ipsilateral side of a patient's body or contralateral stabilization to a point on a contralateral side of the patient's body. The access port can be coupled to the anchor in a manner that provides a variety of degrees of freedom to adjust its position relative to the anchor and patient. Further, the access port can be configured to be selectively locked in a desired position to permit stabilized access to a surgical site. While the devices, systems, and methods described herein can be utilized in a variety of surgical procedures, they can have particular utility in various orthopedic or neurologic surgical procedures, such as spinal operations.
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FIG. 1 illustrates an exemplarysurgical system 100 according to the teachings provided herein, though it will be appreciated that components of such a system can be used in various other applications instead or in addition. Further details on systems similar to that illustrated inFIG. 1 can be found in U.S. Patent Publication No. 2017/0156814 filed on Feb. 21, 2017 and entitled “Multi-Shield Spinal Access System,” which is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety. Thesystem 100 can be used in various surgical procedures, including spinal surgeries such as microsurgical bone resection, spinal decompression, spinal fusion, and the like. In general, thesystem 100 can include any one or more of a pedicle post orother anchor 102 and anaccess port 104. Other possible components not illustrated here can include a tissue retractor, a camera or visualization system, and any of a variety of other surgical instruments. Theaccess port 104 can have an adjustable length, e.g., as described in U.S. Patent Publication No. 2018/0098789 filed on Oct. 18, 2017, entitled “Devices And Methods For Providing Surgical Access.” Theaccess port 104 can be used with a surgical visualization system, e.g., as described in U.S. Publication No. 2018/0008138 filed on Aug. 31, 2017 and entitled “Surgical Visualization Systems And Related Methods.” Theaccess port 104 can be used with a nerve retractor or nerve shield, e.g., as described in U.S. Publication No. 2018/0110503, filed Oct. 18, 2017, entitled “Devices And Methods For Surgical Retraction.” Each of the above applications is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety. - An exemplary method of using the system of
FIG. 1 can include any one or more of the following steps, performed in any of a variety of sequences: a) making an incision in a skin of a patient; b) percutaneously inserting through the incision an access device having a substantially tubular shape (such as a tube or a multi-slotted retractor), the access device having a length adapted to extend from the incision to a border between sensitive and insensitive tissue (e.g., a superior articular process (SAP), or a lamina) in the spine of the patient; c) stabilizing the access device to an anchor (e.g., a pedicle anchor); d) inserting an access device integrated optical visualization instrument; e) resecting a portion of the superior articular process, and/or performing a microsurgical decompression procedure; f) inserting or deploying a tissue retractor through or from the access device so that a distal end portion of the tissue retractor extends to the intervertebral disc, the retractor having an outer surface; g) contacting the outer surface of the retractor to a nerve root to shield the nerve root; h) microsurgically decompressing any tissue deemed to be causing nerve impingement; i) extracting intervertebral disc material including removing cartilaginous material from the vertebral endplates; j) inserting an interbody device; and k) deploying a mechanism of stabilization to stabilize the intervertebral segment. - As shown in
FIG. 1 , stabilization of the access port ordevice 104 can be accomplished by coupling it to theanchor 102. In some embodiments, this can be accomplished through alinkage 106. In still further embodiments, the system can be configured to selectively lock a position of theaccess port 104 relative to theanchor 102 such that a lumen, channel, orpassageway 108 through the access port is aligned with a desired surgical site. In some surgical procedures, an access port can be attached to an anatomical anchor point (e.g., a pedicle screw extension tab or tower) that is disposed on an opposite side of the patient's body from the access port (contralateral). For example, in spinal surgery, the anchor can be disposed on an opposite side of the spine or patient midline from the access port. Exemplary connectors for such stabilization are described herein and disclosed in U.S. Publication No. 2018/0110506, filed Oct. 18, 2017, entitled “Surgical Instrument Connectors And Related Methods,” which is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety. In some cases, it can be desirable to stabilize an access port relative to an anchor disposed on a same side of the patient's body (ipsilateral). In thesystem 100 ofFIG. 1 , theaccess port 104 is stabilized relative to theanchor 102 and both components are disposed on a same side of the patient'sspine 110 or midline axis ML (ipsilateral). In other arrangements, theaccess port 104 can be stabilized to acontralateral anchor 102 or other structure.FIGS. 2-32 illustrate various systems, devices, and methods for access port stabilization. - In some embodiments, it can be advantageous to utilize an access device or system that is anchored to a patient's body, as opposed to an external structure, such as a surgical table, etc. For example, anchoring relative to a patient's body can provide an advantage by maintaining a relative position between an access device and a patient even if a patient moves during a procedure. Moreover, in other embodiments it can be advantageous to anchor all devices on an ipsilateral side of the patient's body, e.g., on a single or same side of a patient's spine. In some procedures, this can reduce the complexity of instrumentation utilized in a surgical procedure and allow parallel operations to proceed on both sides of a patient's spine or midline axis in parallel. Further, it can reduce the number of devices or steps required to perform a procedure.
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FIGS. 2 and 3 illustrate one embodiment of asystem 200 that includes anaccess port 202 that is coupled to anextension tower 204 by adeformable linkage 206. The access port ordevice 202 can have a generally cylindrical shape with aninner lumen 208 through which any of a variety of surgical instruments can be passed. Theaccess port 202 can have any of a variety of sizes, including inner lumen diameters, lengths, sidewall thicknesses, etc. based on intended use (e.g., size of surgical site being accessed through the port, location relative to a patient's body, etc.). Further, theaccess port 202 can be formed from any of a variety of materials, including metals such as stainless steel and titanium, as well as various polymers. - The
extension tower 204 shown inFIGS. 2 and 3 can be configured to couple to, for example, a bone screw or anchor implanted in a patient's spine 210 (anchor not shown). For example, theextension tower 204 can be configured to couple with a proximal end of a mono- or poly-axial receiver head that is coupled to a proximal portion of a bone anchor. While not shown inFIGS. 2 and 3 , such bone anchor assemblies are known in the art and described, for example, in U.S. application Ser. No. 15/208,872 filed on Jul. 13, 2016 and entitled “Bone Anchor Assemblies And Related Instrumentation,” now issued as U.S. Pat. No. 10,463,402, the entire contents of which are incorporated by reference herein. Moreover, theextension tower 204 can be any of a variety of such towers known in the art, including, for example, one of the towers described in U.S. Pat. No. 7,179,261 entitled “Percutaneous Access Devices And Bone Anchor Assemblies,” the entire contents of which is incorporated by reference herein. - The
access port 202 can be coupled to theextension tower 204 by adeformable linkage 206 that can include a length of metal or otherwise deformable material sufficiently rigid to maintain its position in the absence of force applied by a user. Moreover, thelinkage 206 can couple to theextension tower 204 via asleeve 212 disposed about an outer circumference of the tower. Thesleeve 212 can include acam lever 214 or other locking mechanism that can allow the sleeve to be selectively locked to theextension tower 204. This can allow the sleeve to be positioned at any of a variety of heights relative to theextension tower 204. In certain embodiments, thesleeve 212 can also be configured to selectively lock against rotation about theextension tower 204 with actuation of thecam lever 214. - The
linkage 206 can be coupled at each end to one of theaccess port 202 and theextension tower 204 via any of a variety of clamping mechanisms known in the art. For example, in the illustrated embodiment a clampingassembly 216 including a bolt and a plurality of nuts is utilized to couple one end of thelinkage 206 to anextension post 218 extending from a sidewall of theaccess port 202. An opposite end of thelinkage 206 can be coupled to thesleeve 212 using asimilar assembly 302 including a bolt and a thumbscrew. Such mechanisms can provide selective locking ability similar to thecam lever 214, such that the positions of the various components relative to one another can be adjusted prior to securing any of thecam lever 214, clampingassembly 216, andthumbscrew assembly 302. After tightening of each of these mechanisms, adjusting a position of theaccess port 202 relative to theextension tower 204 can require applying a force sufficient to deform thelinkage 206. - As shown in
FIG. 2 , theaccess port 202 can be positioned such that a longitudinal axis L1 of the access port is non-coaxial with a longitudinal axis L2 of theextension tower 204, or a longitudinal axis of any anchor to which the extension tower is coupled. For example, the axis L1 can be offset from and/or obliquely angled with respect to the axis La. As shown inFIG. 2 , for example, theaccess port 202 can provide access to a surgical site, such as an intervertebral disc space or a vertebra adjacent to the vertebra to which theextension tower 204 is coupled on an ipsilateral side (e.g., a same side relative to a patient's spinal or midline axis ML) relative thereto. -
FIGS. 4-12C illustrate embodiments of a system that utilizes extension tabs that extend proximally from a distal portion of an anchor to capture and selectively lock a position of an access port. As shown inFIGS. 4-6 , a first embodiment of such asystem 400 can include anaccess port 402 coupled to ananchor assembly 404 and a locking instrument 406 (e.g., forceps) configured to selectively lock a position of the access port relative to the anchor assembly. In the illustrated embodiment, theanchor assembly 404 is a polyaxial pedicle screw that includes ashank 408 configured for insertion into a patient's bone, as well as areceiver head 410 coupled to a proximal portion of the shank. Thereceiver head 410 can includeextension tabs extension tabs receiver head 410, or in other embodiments can be coupled thereto via any of a variety of attachment mechanisms. - The
access port 402 can include ashaft 414 or other mating feature integrally formed therewith or coupled thereto and extending transversely or radially away therefrom such that a longitudinal axis L3 of the access port and a longitudinal axis L4 of the shaft are transverse or oblique to one another. Theshaft 414 can be integrally formed with theaccess port 402 or can be coupled to theaccess port 402 via a clamp or other connecting mechanism. In some embodiments, theshaft 414 can be threaded or have a series of repeating surface features 418, such as ridges or ribs, to locate asplit ball 416 or other locking element along a length thereof. - The
split ball 416 can be positioned around theshaft 414 and disposed between theextension tabs FIGS. 5 and 6 . Arelief slot 502 formed in the ball can allow its adjustment along a length of theshaft 414 by, e.g., translational sliding movement, rotation alongthreads 418 of theshaft 414, etc. Thesplit ball 416 can move polyaxially relative to theextension tabs instrument 406, including sliding along a length of the extension tabs and rotating to adjust its orientation relative to the tabs. Once a desired position of theball 416 relative to theshaft 414 and theextension tabs instrument 406 can be actuated to urge the extension tabs toward one another, thereby clamping the split ball between the extension tabs. More particularly, in the illustrated embodiment, user actuation to bring the locking instrument handles 420 a, 420 b toward one another can causedistal arms extension tabs distal arms extension tabs split ball 416 disposed therebetween. This compressive force can prevent polyaxial movement of thesplit ball 416 relative to theextension tabs relief slot 502 toward one another, thereby clamping the ball to theshaft 414 and preventing relative movement between these components. As a result, actuation of the locking instrument can selectively lock a position and orientation of theaccess port 402 relative to theanchor assembly 404. - As with the prior embodiments described above, the extension of the
shaft 414 or other mating feature laterally, radially, or transversely away from theaccess port 402, in combination with thesplit ball 416 positioned along a length thereof, can allow theaccess port 402 to be positioned and selectively locked such that a longitudinal axis L3 of the access port and a longitudinal axis L5 of theanchor assembly 404 are non-coaxial. For example, theaccess port 402 can be positioned to access a surgical site adjacent to theanchor assembly 404 on an ipsilateral side of a patient's body. - There are a variety of different mechanisms possible to accomplish the selective clamping of the
extension tabs access port 402 relative to theanchor assembly 404. In the embodiment ofFIGS. 4 and 5 , for example, the lockinginstrument 406 can directly contact theextension tabs 412 a. 412 b viadistal arms handles extension tabs split ball 416 andaccess port 402. In another embodiment shown inFIGS. 7 and 8 , however, a lockinginstrument 702 can include a ratchetingclamp 704 that can maintain a position ofdistal arms access port 402 relative to theanchor assembly 404 even if a user releases the instrument handles 708 a, 708 b. Indeed, the instrument handles 708 a, 708 b can be configured to be separated from theratchet clamp 704 after actuation, such that a more streamlined or low-profile assembly is left that includes thedistal arms clamp 704, as shown inFIG. 8 . - The
ratchet clamp 704 can include aratchet track 710 having a plurality ofteeth 802 formed thereon, as well as apawl 712 configured to engage the teeth to allow for movement of thedistal arms pawl 712 from theratchet track 710 and allow unlocking of theaccess port 402 relative to theanchor assembly 404. - In another embodiment illustrated in
FIGS. 9 and 10 , aclamp 902 can replace the lockinginstruments clamp 902 can include abody 904 pivotably coupled to aproximal portion 602 of thesplit ball 416 such that thebody 904 can rotate relative to thesplit ball 416 about an axis R1. A fork including a pair ofarms body 904 and be configured to contact and slide along outer surfaces of theextension tabs clamp body 904 and arms are rotated toward the extension tabs. Thearms opposed extension tabs distal arms access port 402 can be locked relative to theanchor assembly 404. Again, such locking is accomplished by urging theextension tabs split ball 416 and prevent relative movement between the split ball and the extension tabs. Such compression can also cause opposed portions of thesplit ball 416 to compress into theshaft 414, thereby preventing relative movement between the split ball and the shaft. These dual locking functions can effectively prevent relative movement between theaccess port 402 and theanchor assembly 404. - A
handle 906 can extend from thebody 904 to provide a user with leverage when actuating the lock by rotating thebody 904 andarms extension tabs handle 906 can be configured to threadingly or otherwise removably couple to thebody 904 such that the handle can be removed after actuation to allow for a more streamlined or low-profile assembly once a position of theaccess port 402 is locked. - In still another embodiment shown in
FIGS. 11-12C , aring lock 1102 can be employed in place of the locking instruments described above. Thering lock 1102 can be slidably disposed over theextension tabs ring lock 1102 can include a closedproximal portion 1202 defining aninner lumen 1208 through which theextension tabs ring lock 1102 can further include opposed sets of distally extendingarms U-shaped recess 1206 that can receive theshaft 414 as the ring lock is translated into position around theextension tabs split ball 416. - In some embodiments, the diameter of the
inner lumen 1208 can be smaller than the resting outer diameter of theextension tabs ring lock 1102 applies a compressive force to the extension tabs as it is translated along the extension tabs. In other embodiments, the inner diameter of thering lock 1102 can be tapered such that a compressive force is applied by thedistal arms proximal portion 1202. In still other embodiments, thering lock 1102 can includeopposed spring arms extension tabs ring lock 1102 is slid into position over theextension tabs ball 416.Such spring arms extension tabs ball 416. -
FIGS. 13A-18 illustrate still other examples of linkages or mating features that can couple an access port to an anchor to define a channel to a surgical site, for example a surgical site located on an ipsilateral side of a patient's body as the anchor. More particularly, these figures illustrate various embodiments of selectively lockable and polyaxially adjustable linkages.FIGS. 13A and 13B , for example, illustrate one embodiment of a polyaxiallyadjustable linkage 1302 that can be selectively locked via a bolt andthumbscrew 1304 that compresses opposed body portions of the linkage together, thereby compressing a first connection at one end of the linkage to anaccess port 1306 and a second connection at an opposite end of the linkage to anextension tower 1308 that can be coupled to, for example, a pedicle screw or other anchor (not shown). By varying the tightness of thethumbscrew 1304, movement of the access port relative to theextension tower 1308 can be selectively permitted. Further, because thelinkage 1302 is capable of polyaxial adjustment relative to each of theaccess port 1306 andtower 1308, the access port can be polyaxially adjusted relative to the tower, as shown in the various relative positions of these components inFIGS. 13A and 13B . - While a
thumbscrew 1304 is illustrated inFIGS. 13A and 13B , a variety of other locking mechanisms can be employed to selectively permit or prevent relative movement between theaccess port 1306 andtower 1308. For example,FIG. 14 illustrates an embodiment in which acam 1404 is employed to selectively compress opposed portions of thelinkage access port 1306 relative to theextension tower 1308. Still further, in some embodiments a linkage can include a plurality of rigid segments, as shown inFIGS. 15 and 16 . For example, alinkage 1502 can include afirst segment 1504 coupled to theaccess port 1306 and asecond segment 1506 coupled to theextension tower 1308. The first andsecond segments access port 1306 relative to theextension tower 1308. For example, thelinkage 1502 ofFIG. 15 can be positioned to extend over or around other instrumentation disposed between theaccess port 1306 and theextension tower 1308. Any number of linkage segments can be included and each segment can receive a locking mechanism, e.g., a thumbscrew, cam-lock, or other locking mechanism to selectively lock movement of components coupled thereto by compressingopposed portions second segments holes FIGS. 13A-14 . - The embodiments illustrated in
FIGS. 13A-16 can couple to anaccess port 1306 andextension tower 1308 using, e.g., a split ring clamp. For example, thelinkage 1402 ofFIG. 14 can include a firstsplit ring clamp 1406 disposed about theaccess port 1306 and a secondsplit ring clamp 1408 disposed about theextension tower 1308. The split ring clamps 1406, 1408 can include spherical inner surfaces that can interface with spherical outer surfaces of bushing rings coupled to theaccess port 1304 andextension tower 1308. For example,FIG. 17 illustrates one embodiment of abushing ring 1702 coupled to theextension tower 1308 andFIG. 18 illustrates one embodiment of abushing ring 1802 coupled to theaccess port 1306. The bushing rings 1702, 1802 can include outer spherical surfaces and arelief slot extension tower 1308 andaccess port 1306 when no clamping force is exerted thereon. The ability to selectively move the bushing rings 1702, 1802 relative to theextension tower 1308 andaccess port 1306 can allow, for example, a height of the access port relative to the extension tower to be adjusted. In other embodiments, however, the bushing rings 1702, 1802 can be integrally formed with theextension tower 1308 andaccess port 1306 such no relative movement between these components is possible. In such embodiments, therelief slots - The interfacing of the inner and outer spherical surfaces of the split ring clamps 1406, 1408 and bushing rings 1702, 1802 can allow for polyaxial movement between the components in the absence of compressive force. When compressive force is applied to the split ring clamps 1406, 1408 via, for example, the
thumbscrew 1304 or cam-lock 1404, the split ring clamps 1406, 1408 can compress around the bushing rings 1702, 1802, thereby causing the bushing rings to compress around theaccess port 1306 andextension tower 1308 and prevent relative movement between these components. This can effectively lock the entire linkage to prevent relative movement between theaccess port 1306 and theextension tower 1308. In themulti-part linkage 1502 ofFIGS. 15 and 16 , it can be possible to selectively lock eachsegment - In some embodiments, a height of an access port can be adjustable such that the access port can be extend from a variety of heights above a patient's skin surface (e.g., positions along an extension tower or screw extension tabs, etc.) to various depths within a patient's body (e.g., to surgical sites located at various positions below a patient's skin surface).
FIGS. 19A-19C illustrate one embodiment of anaccess port 1902 with an adjustable height achieved by relative movement of an inner tube orsleeve 1904 and an outer tube orsleeve 1906. More particularly, theinner tube 1904 can translate relative to theouter tube 1906. Such movement can be guided, in some embodiments, by various locatingfeatures 1908, such as cooperating ridges and notches, formed on the surfaces of the inner andouter tubes inner tube 1904 and theouter tube 1906 can include a plurality of teeth for engaging the spring arm. Moreover, in some embodiments relative movement of the inner andouter sleeves relief slot 1910 formed in theouter sleeve 1906 can allow the outer sleeve to be compressed around theinner sleeve 1904 to lock their relative positions when, for example, a split ring clamp, such as theclamp 1406, compresses around theouter sleeve 1906 or abushing 1802 disposed about theouter sleeve 1906. Accordingly, in some embodiments a locking mechanism, such as thethumbscrew 1304 or the cam-lock 1404, can be utilized to lock both relative positions of an access port and an anchor, as well as a height of the access port. -
FIGS. 20A-31D illustrate still other embodiments of access ports that can be coupled to an anchor, e.g., on an ipsilateral side of a patient's body, such that longitudinal axes of the access port and the anchor are non-coaxial. In the illustrated embodiments, however, a linkage coupling the anchor to the access port can form a portion of an outer circumference of the access port that pivots relative thereto. Such embodiments can be adjustable such that, in certain configurations, a longitudinal axis of the access port aligns with a longitudinal axis of the anchor. In certain procedures, such as spinal fixation or deformity correction procedures, this can advantageously allow the access port to also serve as a screw tower for spinal fixation rod insertion during a different portion of the procedure. -
FIGS. 20A and 20B illustrate alternative views of one embodiment of a split-tube access port 2000 that can be coupled to ananchor 2002, such as a pedicle screw. Theaccess port 2000 can include a generallycylindrical body 2004 defining aninner lumen 2006 extending along a longitudinal axis L6 thereof. Alinkage portion 2008 of thebody 2004 can be split from the remainder and capable of pivoting relative thereto about an axis R2. A thumbscrew 2010 can be included to selectively lock the pivoting motion between thebody 2004 andlinkage portion 2008. Of course, a cam-lock or any of a variety of other locking mechanisms can also be employed in place of thethumbscrew 2010. In addition to theinner lumen 2006, asecondary lumen 2012 can be provided to receive additional surgical instruments. For example, thesecondary lumen 2012 in the illustrated embodiment can be configured to receive a camera and/or light source to aid a user in performing a surgical procedure. Thesecondary lumen 2012 can extend parallel to theinner lumen 2006 or transversely thereto, and the two lumens can merge in certain embodiments. For example, thesecondary lumen 2012 can extend transversely to theinner lumen 2006 such that a light source and/or camera passed through thesecondary lumen 2012 extends into theinner lumen 2006 distal to a proximal end of theaccess port 2000 in some embodiments. In other embodiments, the lumens can remain separate but thesecondary lumen 2012 can be angled relative to theinner lumen 2006 such that, e.g., an endoscope camera emerging from a distal end of thesecondary lumen 2012 can be viewing a surgical site located beyond a distal end of theinner lumen 2006. - The
linkage portion 2008 can couple to theanchor 2002 in any of a variety of manners. For example, in some embodiments, afork 2014 including a pair of opposed arms can be formed at a distal end of thelinkage portion 2008 and configured to receive theanchor 2002 in a recess between the arms. In some embodiments, for example, the arms of thefork 2014 can be configured to receive a narrowed neck orshank portion 2016 of theanchor 2002 that extends distally from a widerproximal head portion 2018. For example, bone anchor portions of polyaxial pedicle screws typically include a cylindrical shank extending from a more spherically-shaped proximal head portion that interfaces with a polyaxial receiver head. By placing the opposed arms of thefork 2014 below theproximal head portion 2018 of theanchor 2002, thelinkage portion 2008 can be selectively locked relative to the anchor by applying upward or proximal force to frictionally lock the arms of thefork 2014 against theproximal head 2018 of theanchor 2002. - Such locking force can be applied in a variety of manners. For example, in some embodiments tissue forming incision walls surrounding the
anchor 2002 can exert sufficient force against thefork 2014 to prevent relative movement between thefork 2014 and theanchor 2002. Such force might be an inward or compression force exerted by tissue surrounding theanchor 2002, or thefork 2014 can be pulled upward such that a skin surface of the patient is disposed below the fork and exerts an upward force on the fork. As another example, theanchor 2002 can be tightened to compress thefork 2014 between thehead portion 2018 of the anchor and a bone surface. - In other embodiments, any of a variety of locking mechanisms can be provided to selectively lock the
linkage portion 2008 relative to theanchor 2002. InFIGS. 20A and 20B , for example, alocking screw 2020 can be utilized to drive thelinkage portion 2008 upward relative to theanchor 2002. More particularly, a distal end of thelocking screw 2020 can be configured to contact a proximal surface of theanchor 2002 and ahook 2022 can be threaded onto the lockingscrew 2020. Thehook 2022 can engage a through-hole 2024 formed in thelinkage portion 2008 such that, as the lockingscrew 2020 is rotated, thehook 2022 translates upward and exerts an upward force on thelinkage portion 2008, thereby forcing thefork 2014 into contact with theproximal head 2018 of theanchor 2002. The lockingscrew 2020 can exert a sufficient force to lock a relative position of thelinkage portion 2008 relative to theanchor 2002. In combination with thethumbscrew 2010, a position of theaccess port 2000 relative to theanchor 2002 can be selectively locked, or movement can be permitted to allow polyaxial movement between these components. -
FIGS. 21 and 22 illustrate an alternative embodiment of anaccess port 2100 with a pivotinglinkage portion 2102 and alocking mechanism 2104 to selectively lock a position of the access port relative to ananchor 2106, such as a pedicle or other bone screw. As in the above-described embodiment, theaccess port 2100 can include a generallycylindrical body 2108 that defines aninner lumen 2110 that can serve as a channel to access a surgical site. Thelinkage portion 2102 can be pivotably coupled to thebody 2108. Thelocking mechanism 2104 can include anactuator arm 2112 threadingly coupled to aproximal locking screw 2114 at a proximal end thereof. A distal portion of theactuator arm 2112 can include a wedge ordovetail shape 2116 disposed within a taperedslot 2118 formed in a proximal portion of thelinkage portion 2102. - To operate the
locking mechanism 2104, a user can rotate thelocking screw 2114 at a proximal end of theaccess port 2100. Rotation of thescrew 2114 can cause proximal translation of theactuator arm 2112 relative to thebody 2108. Proximal movement of theactuator arm 2112 can cause thewedge 2116 to contact sidewalls of the taperedslot 2118 formed in the proximal portion of thelinkage portion 2102. This can result in the opposedproximal arms linkage portion 2102 being urged laterally outward into contact with sidewalls of thebody 2108. Friction between the sidewalls of thebody 2108, theproximal arms actuator arm 2112 can lock a position of thelinkage portion 2102 relative to thebody 2108 of theaccess port 2000. - Moreover, the
linkage portion 2102 can include aslot 2122 formed in a distal portion thereof such that a fork is formed at a distal end of the linkage portion that includes opposeddistal arms distal arms anchor 2106 in the same manner described above, e.g., around a narrowed shank or neck disposed below a wider proximal anchor head. In such an embodiment, proximal translation of theactuator arm 2112 that urges theproximal arms body 2108 can also cause a corresponding movement of thearms arms anchor 2106. This is because acentral portion 2126 of thelinkage portion 2102 can serve as a fulcrum about which the two sides of the linkage portion can pivot relative to one another. Accordingly, actuation of thelocking screw 2114 can simultaneously lock movement of thelinkage portion 2102 relative to theaccess port body 2108 and theanchor 2106, thereby locking a position of theaccess port 2000 relative to the anchor. - Other embodiments of locking mechanisms are also possible. For example, in one embodiment a locking mechanism can include an actuator arm driven distally to push against a fork that interfaces with an anchor. Distal advancement of the actuator arm can cause the linkage portion, including the fork, to pivot back towards a center of the access port. This pivoting motion can pinch the screw or anchor head between the fork and an exterior surface of the access tube, thereby locking the tube in place with respect to the screw. In still another embodiment, a hook can be utilized that extends in a plane perpendicular to a longitudinal axis of the access tube. The hook can be attached to a longitudinal screw extending down along a length of the access tube. As the screw is rotated, the hook can rotate about an axis parallel to the longitudinal axis of the access tube. The rotating hook can grab onto the implanted bone anchor and pull it tight to the outside of the access tube to lock the tube in place.
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access ports access ports FIGS. 20A-22 . Further, the access port can be repeatedly moved between these configurations during a surgical procedure. Thus, theaccess ports -
FIGS. 23A-23I illustrate one embodiment of a surgical procedure utilizing anaccess port 2300 similar to that shown inFIGS. 20A and 20B . Similar procedures are also possible utilizing theaccess port 2100 ofFIGS. 21 and 22 . As shown inFIG. 23A , a procedure can include implanting a bone screw orother anchor 2302 that is pre-assembled to theaccess port 2100 in a configuration in which a longitudinal axis L7 of the access port is aligned with a longitudinal axis L8 of the anchor. The components can be maintained in such a position by inserting a dilator and/ordriver 2304 through a lumen or channel of theaccess port 2300 and engaging a proximal end of theanchor 2302. Application of distal force by thedriver 2304 to theanchor 2302 can securely restrain a position of the anchor between a distal end of thedriver 2304 and afork 2306 of theaccess port 2300. In some embodiments, thedriver 2304 andfork 2306 can cooperatively restrain theanchor 2302 from axial movement along its longitudinal axis L8, but allow for rotational movement of the driver and anchor relative to the fork during insertion into a patient's bone. - Following percutaneous insertion of the
access port 2300 andanchor 2302 utilizing the dilator and/ordriver 2304, the driver can be withdrawn proximally out of the access port channel or lumen, thereby leaving the access port coupled to the anchor and positioned in line therewith. In some embodiments, and as described above, theaccess port fork 2306 can be held against aproximal head 2308 of theanchor 2302 by upward or inward force applied to the fork from tissue surrounding the anchor and access port, or by inserting a locking element, such as thelock screw 2020 andhook 2022 described above in connection with theaccess port 2000. - In order to provide access to a surgical site, such as intervertebral disc space adjacent to a vertebra in which the
anchor 2302 is implanted, a user can angle or otherwise move a portion of theaccess port 2300, such as theaccess port body 2310, relative to the anchor to align itschannel 2312 with the surgical site. As shown inFIG. 23B , in such a position the longitudinal axis L7 of theaccess port 2300 can be non-coaxial with the longitudinal axis L8 of theanchor 2302. Theaccess port body 2310 can remain coupled to and stabilized by theanchor 2302 via alinkage portion 2314 that can pivot relative to the body. Further, in some embodiments a lock, such as thethumbwheel lock 2316, can be utilized to selectively lock a position of thelinkage portion 2314 relative to thebody 2310. - After positioning the
access port 2300 as shown inFIG. 23B , a user can perform any of a variety of surgical procedures at the surgical site by introducing one or more instruments through theaccess port channel 2312. For example, in embodiments wherein the access port is positioned to access intervertebral disc space, a user can perform a spinal fusion cage insertion procedure via thechannel 2312 of theaccess port 2300 while the access port remains secured in position relative to theanchor 2302. - Following completion of intervertebral disc procedures, or any other surgical procedures, any locks (e.g.,
thumbwheel lock 2316 and/or a fork/anchor lock like thescrew 2020 and hook 2022) can be at least partially disengaged and theaccess port body 2310 can be returned to its insertion position wherein the longitudinal axes L7 and L8 are aligned. Any locks can be reengaged in such a configuration such that theaccess port 2300 can serve as an anchor extension tower for further surgical procedures, such as receiver head insertion, spinal fixation element insertion, locking cap insertion and tightening, etc.FIG. 23C shows theaccess port 2300 returned to the configuration ofFIG. 23A , but without any dilator and/ordriver 2304.FIG. 23D illustrates a polyaxialscrew receiver head 2318 being inserted through thechannel 2312 of theaccess port 2300 using atool 2320. Thereceiver head 2318 can be advanced distally through thechannel 2312 of the access port and coupled to theproximal head 2308 of theanchor 2302. Thehead 2318 can be coupled to theanchor 2302 without interference from theaccess port fork 2306 because the fork engages the anchor distal of, or below in the figure, the sphericalproximal head 2308 of the anchor (if alocking screw 2020 andhook 2022 are employed, these components may need to be removed before coupling thereceiver head 2318 to the anchor 2302).FIG. 23E shows thereceiver head 2318 disposed over the proximal head (not visible) of theanchor 2302. Following coupling of thereceiver head 2318 andanchor 2302, theinsertion tool 2320 utilized to introduce the head through theaccess port channel 2312 can be removed. -
FIG. 23F illustrates a further step in which anadjacent anchor 2322 is introduced into a patient's bone, e.g., into an adjacent vertebra on an ipsilateral side of the patient's body. Theanchor 2322 can be introduced pre-assembled to areceiver head 2324 andextension tower 2326 that permits manipulation of and access to theanchor 2322 from outside the patient's body. As shown inFIG. 23G , a spinal fixation element, such as arod 2328, can be passed through the receiver heads 2324 and 2318 using atool 2330. Note that theextension tower 2326 andaccess port 2300 can include opposed through-holes formed in sidewalls thereof to allow passage of therod 2328 or other spinal fixation element. For example, thelinkage portion 2314 of theaccess port 2300 can include a through-hole 2332 that can be utilized for rod passage as well as interfacing with a locking mechanism, such as the above-describedlocking screw 2020 andhook 2022. Theaccess port body 2310 can also include a through-hole 2334 or slot or other cut-out formed therein that is aligned with the through-hole 2332 to allow therod 2328 to pass through during insertion. Following rod insertion, a user can introduce locking caps, such as locking caps or setscrews FIG. 23I , through theextension tower 2326 andaccess port channel 2312 to secure therod 2328 or other spinal fixation element relative to each receiver head/anchor assembly. - As shown in
FIG. 23H , a further step can include removing theextension tower 2326 andaccess port 2300 to leave a final in-situ fixation construct, as shown inFIG. 23I . In some embodiments, removal of theaccess port 2300 can include loosening thethumbwheel lock 2316 to allow thelinkage portion 2314 to release from therod 2328 andanchor 2302. -
FIGS. 24A-31D illustrate a further embodiment of an access port that includes one or more malleable or bendable tabs to facilitate use of the access port in procedures like those described above.FIGS. 24A and 24B , for example, illustrate one embodiment of anaccess port 2400 having a generallycylindrical body 2402 defining anaccess channel 2403 that can be formed from a malleable material, such as any of a variety of metals and polymers. Thebody 2402 can include a plurality of slots or slits 2404 a-2404 k formed therein and extending axially from any of aproximal end 2406 and adistal end 2408 thereof to form one or more bendable tabs at each end of theaccess port 2400. For example, the slots 2404 a-2404 k illustrated inFIGS. 24A and 24B can form a plurality of tabs 2410 a-2410 g that can be deformed or bent away from the illustrated configuration in which they form part of the outer circumference of thecylindrical body 2402. The positioning of the slots or slits 2404 a-2404 k, in combination with the material's malleability, can allow for isolated deformation at desired locations, such as thevirtual hinge line 2411 of thetab 2404 a shown inFIG. 24A . - The one or more tabs 2410 can serve a variety of purposes in different surgical procedures. For example, in some embodiments corresponding proximal and distal tabs (e.g.,
tabs holes secondary lumen 2012 described above in connection with theaccess port 2000.FIG. 25 illustrates theaccess port 2400 with avisualization system 2502 disposed through the through-holes tabs cylindrical body 2402. - At a
distal end 2408 of theaccess port 2400, atab 2410 g can be utilized as a linkage for coupling with ananchor 2602, as shown inFIG. 26 . More specifically, thetab 2410 g can be configured to be coupled to alink 2604 that couples with theanchor 2602. Thelink 2604, shown in detail inFIG. 27 , can include a distal portion with afork 2606 having opposedarms anchor 2602 below a proximal head portion thereof. The proximal head portion of the anchor can include a spherical head in the case of an unassembled bone anchor, as described above, or a distal end of areceiver head 2608 in the case of an assembled polyaxial bone screw. A proximal portion of thelink 2604 can include a pair ofopposed arms tab 2410 g to couple the link and theaccess port body 2402, as shown inFIG. 26 . - The
link 2604 of theaccess port 2400 can include features to facilitate securing the link to ananchor 2602, as described above. For example, the link can include a through-hole 2610 formed therein that can receive ahook 2612 that forms part of a locking mechanism, similar to thelocking screw 2020 andhook 2022 ofFIGS. 20A and 20B . In some embodiments, a locking mechanism may not be employed and upward and/or inward force exerted by surrounding tissue can be relied upon to secure thefork 2606 relative to theanchor 2602. - In use, the
access port 2300 can be inserted in the configuration ofFIG. 28A , wherein a longitudinal axis L9 of theaccess port 2300 is aligned with a longitudinal axis L10 of theanchor 2602. In some embodiments, a preassembled assembly as shown inFIG. 28A can be inserted using a driver, similar to the embodiment shown inFIG. 23A . In other embodiments, theaccess port 2400 can be positioned over an implantation site and theanchor 2602 and link 2604 can be implanted by passing them through the central channel or lumen of the access port from a proximal end thereof to a distal end thereof. Thelink 2604 can then be coupled to a distal portion of theaccess port 2400 by, e.g., sliding thetab 2410 f between theopposed arms FIGS. 28A and 28B . In still other embodiments, theanchor 2602 can be implanted independently by passing it through the access port channel or by implanting without the aid of the access port, then thelink 2604 can be coupled to theanchor 2602 and theaccess port 2400. In still other embodiments, theaccess port 2400 can be inserted down onto thelink 2604 that is already coupled to ananchor 2602 implanted in a patient's bone. - In this embodiment, instead of having a locking/unlocking thumbwheel or knob at the top of the access port where the port attaches to the linkage, the
access port 2400 can include abendable tab anchor 2602 and to then hold the port in place. It is apparent in comparingFIGS. 26-28B that theaccess port 2400 can include a plurality of distal tabs, such astabs access port 2400, for coupling to alink 2604 in different orientations. Regardless of which tab is utilized, theport 2400 can be placed in a desired position/orientation by bending or deforming the tab and can be maintained there after positioning by the material's inherent rigidity. - As shown in
FIGS. 28A and 28B , theaccess port 2400 can be moved from the above-described axially-aligned configuration ofFIG. 28A to a configuration in which the longitudinal axis L9 of the access port is non-coaxial with the longitudinal axis L10 of the anchor, as shown inFIG. 28B . Moreover, theaccess port 2400 can repeatedly be moved between the configurations ofFIGS. 28A and 28B to allow for use in a variety of procedures, such as the procedure described above in connection withFIGS. 23A-23I . - The
access port 2400 can also be configured to couple to other surgical components, such as a nerve shield orsoft tissue retractor 2902.FIG. 29 illustrates a plurality ofretractors tabs FIG. 30 illustrates theretractor 2902 in greater detail. Theretractor 2902 can include aproximal handle 3002 for manipulating the retractor and any tab it is coupled to, as well as anelongate body 3004 and adistal retracting tip 3006 configured to shield and/or retract soft tissue. Theretractor 2902 can also include a pair ofopposed arms access port 2400, similar to theopposed arms link 2604. -
FIGS. 31A-31D illustrate one embodiment of a method for utilizing a soft tissue retractor ornerve shield 2902 in connection with theaccess port 2400. As shown inFIG. 31A , the method can include deforming or bending a tab 2910 d at aproximal end 2406 of theaccess port 2400 away from a central longitudinal axis L9 such that the tab splits away from an initial configuration in which it forms part of the outer circumference of thecylindrical body 2402 of the access port. Thesoft tissue retractor 2902 can then be introduced into the channel orlumen 2403 of theaccess port 2400 in a manner that engages thetab 2410 d and theopposed arms retractor 2902, as shown byFIGS. 31B and 31C . In so doing, thedistal retracting tip 3006 can cross the longitudinal axis L9 or a midline of thechannel 2403 to protrude from adistal end 2408 of the access port on an opposite side of the port from thetab 2410 d. After completing distal advancement of theretractor 2902, a user can utilize thehandle 3002 to bend or deform the tab 2910 d back to its original position aligned with an outer circumference of the access portcylindrical body 2402, as shown inFIG. 31D . As the tab is moved, thedistal retractor tip 3006 can move back across the access tube longitudinal axis L9 or midline such that the tip is positioned on a same side as the tab 2910 d. As it moves, the retractor tip can capture and move any soft tissue it encounters, such as nerves, etc. Such aretractor 2902 can be useful in moving, for example, nerves commonly encountered during surgical procedures on a patient's vertebrae. As shown inFIG. 29 , in some embodiments a plurality of retractors can be employed simultaneously. For example, theproximal end 2406 of theaccess port 2400 can include four slits orslots 2404 c-2404 f that create threeidentical tabs 2410 c-2410 e to which aretractor 2902 can be coupled. - In another embodiment, a method for utilizing the
access port 2400 can include deforming proximal anddistal tabs surgical visualization system 2502 throughholes tabs access port 2400 and endoscope orother visualization system 2502 can be introduced into a patient with a pedicle screw or other anchor 2602 (the screw can be preassembled with any of a variety of receiver heads, e.g., polyaxial, monoaxial, favored angle, etc., or can be headless). For introduction into the patient's body, theport 2400 can be aligned with theanchor 2602 such that a longitudinal axis of theport 2400 and a longitudinal axis of theanchor 2602 are aligned. Introduction and insertion can be facilitated by inserting a dilator and/or driver tool through a working channel of theaccess port 2400 such that it interfaces with theanchor 2602. Following introduction and insertion of theanchor 2602 into a patient's bone, any dilator or driver tool can be removed and theport 2400 can be manipulated into a desired position, e.g., over intervertebral disc space adjacent to the vertebra into which theanchor 2602 was inserted, by deforming whichevertab link 2604. In some embodiments, the desired position can be on an ipsilateral side of the patient's body (e.g., adjacent to theanchor 2602 on a same side of a patient's spine or midline axis). When in the desired position, a longitudinal axis of theaccess port 2400 can be non-coaxial with a longitudinal axis of the anchor. In some embodiments, a position of thelink 2604 andport 2400 can be locked relative to theanchor 2602 using, for example, a locking screw andhook 2612 to drive thedistal fork 2606 of thelink 2604 upward against a proximal portion of the anchor. - The method can further include deforming one or more of the
proximal tabs retractor 2902 can be coupled to a deformed tab 2410 and advanced distally beyond a distal end of theport 2400 where, for example, soft tissue creep may have occurred. Adistal retractor tip 3006 of theretractor 2902 can be positioned on an opposite side of the soft tissue from the deformed tab 2910 that is coupled to a proximal portion of the retractor. The retractor can then be manipulated in a manner that deforms the tab coupled thereto back to an original position. This movement can cause thedistal retractor tip 3006 to capture the soft tissue and retract it towards the side of theaccess port 2400 where the tab 2410 couples to theretractor 2902, thereby clearing a central portion of theaccess tube lumen 2403. Theretractor 2902 and captured tissue can be maintained in this position because force exerted by the captured tissue can be less than a force required to cause the tab 2410 to deform. - A user can complete any of a variety of surgical procedures through the
lumen 2403 of theaccess port 2400. For example, procedures on the intervertebral disc space, such as disc replacement, discectomy, endplate preparation, fusion cage insertion, bone graft delivery, and the like can be performed by passing instruments or implants through theaccess port 2400. Once complete, any locking relative to theanchor 2602 can be released and anytissue retractor 2902 removed, if present, and whichevertab link 2604 can be deformed back to its original position, thereby returning theaccess port 2400 to its insertion configuration wherein a longitudinal axis of the access port is aligned with a longitudinal axis of the anchor. Theaccess port 2400 can continue to act as a screw tower over theanchor 2602 to aid in anchor receiver head insertion and coupling, spinal fixation element insertion, as well as locking cap insertion and tightening, as described above in connection withFIGS. 23A-23I . When all operations are complete, thelink 2604 can be disengaged from theanchor 2602 and theport 2400 can be removed. -
FIG. 32 illustrates still another embodiment of alinkage 3200 to couple an access port and an anchor in a selectively lockable manner. Adistal portion 3202 of thelinkage 3200 can be configured to couple to an anchor, such as a pedicle screw. The coupling can be achieved using a variety of known mechanisms, including a threaded engagement, interfacing with one or more notches or other mating features formed on an anchor, etc. Similarly, aproximal portion 3204 of thelinkage 3200 can be configured to couple to an access port using any of a variety of known mechanisms. Theproximal portion 3202 anddistal portion 3204 can be coupled to one another by a “smart” material 3206 having mechanical properties that can be varied by application of electrical current or other input. For example, thematerial 3206 can be normally free to move and flex, but can be made rigid by applying an electric current 3208 or other input thereto. Alternatively, thematerial 3206 can be reversed such that it is normally rigid and made flexible by application of an electric current or other input. - In such an embodiment, an access port can be positioned relative to a bone screw or other anchor as desired, then current or other input can be applied to the
smart material 3206 to hold it in place. The configuration ofFIG. 32 is one example of how such a material can be utilized, but it is possible to employ it in a variety of manners in connection with the systems and devices described herein. For example, such materials could be utilized to achieve clamping of extension tabs, such as the tabs described in connection withFIGS. 4-12C above. Such materials could also be utilized to clamp a connector onto a screw tower or port, etc. - One example of such a “smart” material 3206 can be electroplastic elastomer hydrogels, which can exhibit altered tensile strength (e.g., from flexible to hard) based on electric current applied thereto. Other exemplary materials can include electroactive polymers (EAP), nitinol or shape memory materials, hydrogels, etc.
- It should be noted that any ordering of method steps expressed or implied in the description above or in the accompanying drawings is not to be construed as limiting the disclosed methods to performing the steps in that order. Rather, the various steps of each of the methods disclosed herein can be performed in any of a variety of sequences. In addition, as the described methods are merely exemplary embodiments, various other methods that include additional steps or include fewer steps are also within the scope of the present disclosure.
- The instruments disclosed herein can be constructed from any of a variety of known materials. Exemplary materials include those which are suitable for use in surgical applications, including metals such as stainless steel, titanium, nickel, cobalt-chromium, or alloys and combinations thereof, polymers such as PEEK, ceramics, carbon fiber, and so forth. The various components of the instruments disclosed herein can have varying degrees of rigidity or flexibility, as appropriate for their use. Device sizes can also vary greatly, depending on the intended use and surgical site anatomy. Furthermore, particular components can be formed from a different material than other components. One or more components or portions of the instrument can be formed from a radiopaque material to facilitate visualization under fluoroscopy and other imaging techniques, or from a radiolucent material so as not to interfere with visualization of other structures. Exemplary radiolucent materials include carbon fiber and high-strength polymers.
- The devices and methods disclosed herein can be used in minimally-invasive surgery and/or open surgery. While the devices and methods disclosed herein are generally described in the context of spinal surgery on a human patient, it will be appreciated that the methods and devices disclosed herein can be used in any of a variety of surgical procedures with any human or animal subject, or in non-surgical procedures.
- The devices disclosed herein can be designed to be disposed of after a single use, or they can be designed to be used multiple times. In either case, however, the device can be reconditioned for reuse after at least one use. Reconditioning can include any combination of the steps of disassembly of the device, followed by cleaning or replacement of particular pieces, and subsequent reassembly. In particular, the device can be disassembled, and any number of the particular pieces or parts of the device can be selectively replaced or removed in any combination. Upon cleaning and/or replacement of particular parts, the device can be reassembled for subsequent use either at a reconditioning facility, or by a surgical team immediately prior to a surgical procedure. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that reconditioning of a device can utilize a variety of techniques for disassembly, cleaning/replacement, and reassembly. Use of such techniques, and the resulting reconditioned device, are all within the scope of the present application.
- The devices described herein can be processed before use in a surgical procedure. First, a new or used instrument can be obtained and, if necessary, cleaned. The instrument can then be sterilized. In one sterilization technique, the instrument can be placed in a closed and sealed container, such as a plastic or TYVEK bag. The container and its contents can then be placed in a field of radiation that can penetrate the container, such as gamma radiation, x-rays, or high-energy electrons. The radiation can kill bacteria on the instrument and in the container. The sterilized instrument can then be stored in the sterile container. The sealed container can keep the instrument sterile until it is opened in the medical facility. Other forms of sterilization known in the art are also possible. This can include beta or other forms of radiation, ethylene oxide, steam, or a liquid bath (e.g., cold soak). Certain forms of sterilization may be better suited to use with different portions of the device due to the materials utilized, the presence of electrical components, etc.
- One skilled in the art will appreciate further features and advantages based on the above-described embodiments. Accordingly, the disclosure is not to be limited by what has been particularly shown and described. All publications and references cited herein are expressly incorporated herein by reference in their entirety.
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1. A surgical system, comprising:
an access port configured for percutaneous insertion into a patient to define a channel to a surgical site; and
an anchor configured for insertion into the patient's bone;
wherein the access port is coupled to the anchor such that a longitudinal axis of the access port and a longitudinal axis of the anchor are non-coaxial.
2. The system of claim 1 , wherein a position of the access port relative to the anchor can be selectively locked.
3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the access port is coupled to the anchor by a linkage.
4. The system of claim 3 , wherein the linkage is deformable.
5. The system of claim 4 , wherein the linkage is formed from metal.
6. The system of claim 4 , wherein the linkage is selectively lockable.
7. The system of claim 6 , wherein the linkage is selectively locked by application of electricity thereto.
8. The system of claim 6 , wherein the linkage is selectively locked by an adjustment screw.
9. The system of claim 1 , wherein a length of the access port can be adjusted by telescoping an inner sleeve of the access port relative to an outer sleeve of the access port.
10. The system of claim 3 , wherein the linkage forms a portion of an outer circumference of the access port and pivots relative to the access port.
11. The system of claim 1 , wherein the access port includes a deformable portion.
12. The system of claim 11 , wherein the deformable portion couples with the anchor.
13. The system of claim 12 , wherein the deformable portion couples with the anchor below a polyaxial head of the anchor.
14. The system of claim 11 , further comprising a nerve shield coupled to the deformable portion.
15. The system of claim 1 ,
wherein the anchor includes opposed extensions extending proximally away from a distal portion thereof;
wherein the access port couples to the anchor by compressing a portion of the access port between the opposed extensions.
16. The system of claim 15 , further comprising a clamp configured to compress the opposed extensions toward one another.
17. The system of claim 16 , wherein the clamp defines an inner lumen configured to receive the opposed extensions such that the clamp slides along a length of the opposed extensions.
18. The system of claim 15 , wherein the access port includes a shaft extending transversely to a longitudinal axis of the access port and a split ball disposed around the shaft between the opposed extensions.
19. The system of claim 18 , further comprising a clamp coupled to the split ball and configured to pivot relative thereto to compress the opposed extensions onto the split ball.
20. A surgical method, comprising:
inserting an anchor into a patient's bone;
coupling an access port to the anchor; and
positioning the access port relative to the anchor on a same side of the patient's body such that a longitudinal axis of the access port and a longitudinal axis of the anchor are non-coaxial;
wherein the access port defines a channel to a surgical site.
21. The method of claim 20 , wherein the anchor is inserted into a patient's vertebra.
22. The method of claim 20 , further comprising locking a position of the access port relative to the anchor.
23. The method of claim 20 , wherein positioning the access port includes deforming a linkage extending between the access port and the anchor.
24. The method of claim 23 , further comprising applying electricity to the linkage to lock a position of the access port relative to the anchor.
25. The method of claim 22 , further comprising actuating an adjustment screw to lock the position of the access port relative to the anchor.
26. The method of claim 20 , further comprising adjusting a length of the access port by telescoping an inner sleeve of the access port relative to an outer sleeve of the access port.
27. The method of claim 20 , further comprising deforming a portion of the access port.
28. The method of claim 27 , wherein coupling the access port to the anchor includes coupling the anchor with the deformable portion of the access port.
29. The method of claim 27 , further comprising coupling a nerve shield to the deformable portion of the access port.
30. The method of claim 20 , wherein coupling the access port to the anchor includes compressing a portion of the access port between opposed extensions of the anchor that extend proximally away from a distal portion thereof.
31. A surgical method, comprising:
introducing an access port and an anchor into a patient's body in a configuration wherein a longitudinal axis of the access port and a longitudinal axis of the anchor are coaxial;
adjusting a position of the access port relative to the anchor such that the longitudinal axis of the access port and the longitudinal axis of the anchor are non-coaxial and the access port and the anchor are on a same side of the patient's body.
32. The method of claim 31 , wherein the anchor is inserted into a patient's vertebra.
33. The method of claim 31 , wherein the access port and the anchor are coupled to a driver for introduction into the patient's body.
34. The method of claim 33 , further comprising removing the driver prior to adjusting the position of the access port relative to the anchor.
35. The method of claim 31 , further comprising:
inserting a second anchor into the patient's body through the access port;
re-adjusting a position of the access port relative to the anchor such that the longitudinal axis of the access port and the longitudinal axis of the anchor are coaxial;
inserting a polyaxial receiving head through the access port and coupling the receiving head to the anchor;
coupling the anchor and the second anchor with a spinal fixation element; and
removing the access port.
36. The method of claim 31 , further comprising locking a position of the access port relative to the anchor after adjusting a position of the access port relative to the anchor.
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