Prosthetic joint for total knee replacement
US4001896A · kind A · utility
Assignee
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 26, 1976 |
| Grant date | Jan 11, 1977 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 26, 1996 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2/3836
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The embodiment of the invention disclosed herein is directed to a joint prosthesis for total knee replacement. The joint prosthesis includes a first prosthetic member including a stem member adapted for insertion into a first skeleton element. A second prosthetic member includes a stem for insertion into a second skeleton element which is disposed adjacent to first skeleton element. The joint prosthesis is provided with a removable plateau member which forms a slide or rubbing surface for the prosthetic members. The removable plateau can be replaced when worn. Retaining screws are provided on opposite sides of the first prosthetic member to retain the ball within the socket therein.
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