Concave resurfacing prosthesis
US8673015B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 21, 2009 |
| Grant date | Mar 18, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 11, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2310/00413
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A glenoid component for use with a prosthetic humeral component for use in performing shoulder arthroplasty is provided. The glenoid component may be fitted at least partially into a cavity formed in the glenoid vault. The glenoid component includes a body having a stem portion for inserting at least partially into the cavity formed in the glenoid vault. The stem portion cooperates with the interior wall of the cavity formed in the glenoid vault. The body has a bearing portion for articulating cooperation with the prosthetic humeral component.
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