Ventilated prosthesis system
US7488349B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 21, 2007 |
| Grant date | Feb 10, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 14, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2250/0024
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A prosthesis system including a ventilated shell, and a substantially compliant, ventilated spacer element that defines a first surface having a frictional feature. The spacer element is arranged to secure to an internal surface of the shell. The prosthesis system also includes a connector that is secured to a distal end of the shell, and a retainer supported by the connector so as to extend into a cavity formed by the shell.
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