Hydrogel proximal interphalangeal implant
US8852284B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 5, 2008 |
| Grant date | Oct 7, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 3, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2210/0061
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A prosthetic for use in an interphalangeal joint including a body portion and a weave portion. The body portion may be manufactured from a hydrogel material. The body portion includes an pair of stems and an intermediate section located in between the two stems. The intermediate section includes a recess allowing for flexing of the body portion.
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