Systems and methods for installing ankle replacement prostheses
US8496712B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 15, 2011 |
| Grant date | Jul 30, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 15, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2002/4217
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An ankle implant for use in ankle arthroplasty in total ankle replacement is provided. The implant includes an upper prosthesis anchored to the tibia and a lower prosthesis anchored to the talus. The lower prosthesis is operable associated with the upper prosthesis. The implant also includes a stem which is rigidly removably connected to the second member. The stem includes a portion for attachment to the calcaneous. The stem is be adapted to be in a first position in the calcaneous when the stem is in a first relative position with respect to the lower prosthesis, and to provide for a second position in the calcaneous when the stem is in a second relative position with respect to the lower prosthesis.
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