Medical implants and methods of preparation thereof
US11045307B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 10, 2017 |
| Grant date | Jun 29, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 10, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29L2031/7532
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Medical implants comprising biocompatible materials and having surface features that may assist in biocompatibility upon implantation in the body are described. Methods for manufacturing such implants are also described. The manufacturing process may include applying a biocompatible material to a texturized surface of a mold. The implants may include various features to assist their positioning, fixation, and/or identification during and/or after implantation.
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