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Screw Tower Patent for Spinal Reconstruction

The USPTO granted Patent US12605191B2 to Globus Medical Inc. on April 21, 2026, covering a single-use screw tower instrument for spinal reconstruction procedures. The screw tower attaches to existing screws, remains open along a rod slot to prevent interference between adjacent screws, and facilitates rod insertion, rod reduction, and locking cap insertion via a percutaneous approach. The tower is broken in half and removed from the patient upon completion of the construct.

Pedicle Screw Stabilization Systems and Instruments - Globus Medical

The USPTO granted Patent US12605190B2 to Globus Medical, Inc. covering orthopedic fixation devices and pedicle screw stabilization systems for spinal surgery. The patent includes tulip head designs with internal components such as saddles, retaining clips, and friction rings for securing bone fasteners. Eight claims were issued with CPC classifications in the A61B 17/7030 series.

Globus Medical Ultrasonic Communication Patent for Adjustable Implants

The USPTO granted patent US12605192B2 to Globus Medical, Inc. covering applications of communication at ultrasound frequencies for transcutaneous data communication between medical devices within a patient body. The patent includes features for adjustable implants such as data communication, hermetic containment, and torque amplification. The patent contains 17 claims.

US12605258B2 Hip Arthroplasty Liner Removal Apparatus

The USPTO granted Patent US12605258B2 to Globus Medical, Inc. on April 21, 2026, covering an apparatus and method for removing a liner attached to an implanted acetabular shell in hip arthroplasty procedures. The patent discloses a rim plate with a through opening placed over the acetabular shell, a pilot hole drilled through the opening into the liner, and a removal tool inserted into the drilled hole to disengage the liner from the shell. The patent contains 20 claims and names John Loiacono, Kenny Chen, and Pasquale Petrera as inventors.