Orthopaedic implants including breakaway fastener
US12239542B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 7, 2023 |
| Grant date | Mar 4, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 7, 2043 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2002/4085
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
This disclosure relates to orthopaedic implants and methods for restoring functionality to a joint. The implants described herein may be utilized during orthopaedic procedures and may be incorporated into a shoulder prosthesis for restoring functionality to shoulders having advanced cartilage disease. The disclosed implants may incorporate one or more fasteners formed together with a main body of the respective implant at a breakable connection. The fastener may be deployed during a surgical procedure, which may improve fixation of the implant at the surgical site.
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