Orthopaedic implant and method of installing same
US8968409B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 13, 2013 |
| Grant date | Mar 3, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 13, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2002/4007
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An orthopaedic implant comprises a fixation plate and an articulation component comprising a bearing surface and an opposing securement surface formed of a porous material. The orthopaedic implant further includes at least one fastener extending through the fixation plate and secured within the porous material of the securement surface of the articulation component.
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