Prosthetic implant locking assembly
US5108442A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 9, 1991 |
| Grant date | Apr 28, 1992 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 9, 2011 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2310/00029
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The invention relates to a prosthetic implant assembly comprising a base component secured to a bone and a generally planar surface having a recessed portion formed therein. A spring is situated in the recessed portion of the base component and includes a tab extending away from the spring. A bearing component slidably engages the base component to couple the bearing component to the base component and the bearing is provided with an opening for receiving the tab of the spring means therein to lock the bearing component in a fixed position relative to the base component.
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