Implants with frangible fastener port plugs and methods of manufacturing implants with frangible fastener port plugs
US11464641B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 10, 2020 |
| Grant date | Oct 11, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 11, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2310/00544
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An orthopedic implant can comprise a structural body, a plug and a frangible connection. The structural body can comprise a first surface, a second surface opposing the first surface, and a through-bore extending from the first surface to the second surface. The through-bore can have a bore surface. The structural body can be formed of a porous material. The plug can be disposed in the through-bore. The frangible connection can link the bore surface and the plug. A method of manufacturing an orthopedic implant can comprise producing a porous structural body having a port, producing a plug for positioning in the port, and producing a plurality of frangible crosspieces within the port to connect the plug to the structural body.
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