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Textured surface frosthesis implants

US4960425A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateAug 4, 1989
Grant dateOct 2, 1990
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Expiry dateAug 4, 2009

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61F2/12
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A surgical prosthesis is disclosed having a textured exterior surface formed of non-absorbent material substantially free of pores and interstices. The invented device is usable for mammary and other implants. Various methods of manufacturing the device are also disclosed.

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