Internally configured prosthesis
US5961552A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 2, 1997 |
| Grant date | Oct 5, 1999 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 2, 2017 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29C41/14
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An improved mammary prosthesis for implantation in humans comprising: a soft, flexible outer membrane forming an enclosure for receiving a filler material; an enhanced, undulating, random sculptured, irregular, substantially smooth surface of peaks, valleys, slopes and terraces without interstices disposed over at least a portion of said outer membrane; an internal structure within said membrane for supporting said outer membrane and providing an enhanced, life-like look and feel to the prosthesis; and a soft, partially-deformable, elastic filler material received within said outer membrane and cooperating with said internal structure to support said outer membrane.
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