Longitudinal implant
US8308778B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 26, 2009 |
| Grant date | Nov 13, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 18, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/00831
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The longitudinal implant is fastened to bones on either side of a damaged area through a connecting device. Said implant is comprised of a filament or fiber composite material and said connecting device is made of a material harder than said longitudinal implant. The longitudinal implant is preferably made of a carbon filament composite material, wherein the filament are encapsulated in a polymer matrix.
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