A system for the treatment of a spine generally comprises an implant and
an attachment device for securing the implant to a portion of a patient's
bone. A first portion of the attachment device is sized for insertion
into a hole in the bone, and a second portion of the attachment device is
configured to be received in an opening of the implant. The first portion
comprises a biocompatible material defined by a network of interconnected
pores configured promote bone growth into the first portion.