Joint prosthesis with infinitely positionable head
US8419798B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 30, 2003 |
| Grant date | Apr 16, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 30, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2250/0006
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A joint prosthesis includes a head component that is engaged to a bone stem through a mounting element. The mounting element is configured for articulating engagement with the stem to permit angular positioning of the head component in multiple degrees of freedom. The mounting element is fastened to the stem by a press-fit engagement and a separate mechanical fastener.
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