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Artificial anatomic model

US8801438B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateNov 23, 2012
Grant dateAug 12, 2014
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Expiry dateNov 23, 2032

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG09B23/34
  • WIPO fieldControl
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Disclosed herein are anatomic models that comprise components that simulate human or non-human animal components. The models may be used for development, experimentation, or training in the field of orthopedic surgical devices, and/or implant devices. The models may also be used for training of students in the medical field for procedures performed in practice, such as for example drawing blood from a patient, or placing a central line in a carotid artery of a patient. In exemplary embodiments, the models comprise structures such as cartilage, tendons, ligaments, organs, luminal structures, and muscles that are made of hydrogel materials.

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