Artefact suitable for use as a bone implant
US6280478A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 4, 1999 |
| Grant date | Aug 28, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 4, 2019 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC04B2111/00836
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A three-dimensional lattice structure for use as a bone implant where bone growth is required. The lattice structure has a plurality of laths or bars of bioactive material. The laths or bars cross each other in a plurality of zones, and are interconnected in these zones forming interstices between the adjacent laths or bars. The interstices define a plurality of interconnected pored or channels in the lattice structure.
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