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Cap-shaped endoprosthesis for a femoral head

US4224699A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMay 23, 1978
Grant dateSep 30, 1980
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Expiry dateMay 23, 1998

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61F2310/00179
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

The cap-shaped endoprosthesis is formed of a cap-shaped shell and an anchoring pin which extends through a bore in the shell. In addition, the peripheral edge of the shell is provided with a plurality of apertures into which tissue may invade to aid in securing the shell to the femoral head. Where the shell and pin are made of different materials, a plastic member maintains the pin and shell out of contact with each other.

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