#$%^&*AU2014227517B220190711.pdf#####ABSTRACT: A method of percutaneous implantation of a pedicle screw system is disclosed. The method includes the steps of implanting a first pedicle screw assembly 10 in a first vertebra, the first pedicle screw assembly 10 including a first coupling element connected with a first extension defining a first space and implanting a second pedicle screw assembly 20 in a second vertebra. The second pedicle screw assembly 20 includes a second coupling element connected with a second extension and intersecting at least one a portion of the second extension with the first space. FIGURE: 4A3/8 20 10 11a 21 a 11b 21 b FIG. 3B •21 a 10 20N 16 FIG. 4A
