Patent Issued for Lamina plate assembly (USPTO 11896489).

Globus Medical Inc. has been issued a patent for a lamina plate assembly that provides support following laminectomy in cervical and lumbar cases. The invention addresses the potential spinal deformity that can occur after a laminectomy by restoring the posterior tension bands and providing an attachment point for muscles. The lamina plate assembly includes a generally elongate body with securing portions that can be connected to vertebrae. The patent describes various embodiments of the lamina plate assembly, including different shapes and configurations. This invention aims to protect the patient's spinal cord, achieve decompression of the spinal cord, and restore the patient's posterior profile. [Extracted from the article]