Spacer with a coating thereon for use with an implant device
US8309521B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 19, 2007 |
| Grant date | Nov 13, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 27, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61L2300/414
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention relates to a spacer, such as a polymeric spacer, for use with an implant device, e.g., a bone plate, for splinting a fracture of a bone. The spacer includes a body defining a bone healing surface, wherein at least a portion of the bone healing surface has a coating which includes a therapeutic agent, a polymeric carrier, and a buffer medium to stimulate bone growth and/or promote fracture healing. A kit is also disclosed which includes one or more of the spacers, at least one bone plate, and optionally one or more bone screws for securing the bone plate to bone. A method for promoting fracture healing in bone is further disclosed which includes securely situating a coated portion of the spacer adjacent bone.
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