Implantation and removal of orthopedic prostheses
US5456686A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 25, 1993 |
| Grant date | Oct 10, 1995 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 25, 2013 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2002/4683
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Ultrasonic vibrations are employed for forming a cavity into which a prosthesis is implanted. This technique includes vibrating the prosthesis itself as it is inserted to enlarge the cavity and assure a tight fit.
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