Implant with porous outer cortical layer
US12115072B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 26, 2021 |
| Grant date | Oct 15, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 27, 2043 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29K2995/0056
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Embodiments of the invention described herein thus provide implants and methods for manufacturing an implant having an outer layer that is porous. The porous outer layer can help encourage tissue ingrowth into the implant. The porous outer layer may be positioned around a core structure this is solid or that has a hollow interior. The core structure may be spherical or any other appropriate shape for a medical implant.
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