Joint spacers
US11083819B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 22, 2021 |
| Grant date | Aug 10, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 22, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61L2430/24
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A joint spacer is provided for treatment of a joint of a human subject, the joint spacer including a pouch having a wall including a dermal graft material. The joint spacer is configured to be inserted into a space of the joint, and is shaped, when the pouch is inserted into the space and filled, to provide mechanical support to the joint. Other embodiments are also described.
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