Method of producing biodegradable prosthesis and products therefrom
US4655777A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 19, 1983 |
| Grant date | Apr 7, 1987 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 19, 2003 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61L27/58
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Method of producing biodegradable prostheses comprising a composite of resorbable fibers reinforcing a biodegradable polymer matrix and the use thereof in medical applications such as bone plates and other orthopedic devices. The fibers include ceramic powders, .beta.-TCP and CaAl and a biodegradable glass, CMP.
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