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Acetabulum

US4851006A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateApr 21, 1988
Grant dateJul 25, 1989
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Expiry dateApr 21, 2008

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61F2250/0026
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An artificial acetabulum is described comprising a metal cup having on its outer surface means for locking the cup in a pelvic cavity, a hollow locating peg projecting from the base of the cup and integral therewith, and a liner within the cup and having a projection which fits within the hollow peg.

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