Minimally invasive joint implant with 3-dimensional geometry matching the articular surfaces
US7799077B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 7, 2003 |
| Grant date | Sep 21, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 31, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/49
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
This invention is directed to orthopedic implants and systems. The invention also relates to methods of implant design, manufacture, modeling and implantation as well as to surgical tools and kits used therewith. The implants are designed by analyzing the articular surface to be corrected and creating a device with an anatomic or near anatomic fit; or selecting a pre-designed implant having characteristics that give the implant the best fit to the existing defect.
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