Silicon nitride implants and coatings
US11957812B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 23, 2019 |
| Grant date | Apr 16, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 8, 2041 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61L2430/38
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Disclosed are devices, systems and/or methods for use in the surgical treatment of vertebrae and/or other bones, particularly implants and/or related devices comprising silicon nitride in some of all of the implant or device body, including portions, layers and/or surface coatings thereof, for use in spinal surgeries and/or other orthopedic procedures.
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