Reinforced medical implants
US8043382B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 28, 2007 |
| Grant date | Oct 25, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 14, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2310/00395
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Medical implants having a ceramic body reinforced with a plurality of metal wires. Methods of making the implant and methods of implanting the medical implant are also provided.
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