Methods of ordering and manufacturing orthopedic components
US9375303B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 14, 2011 |
| Grant date | Jun 28, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 4, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2002/30616
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Methods of ordering and manufacturing orthopedic components eliminate the need to stockpile and inventory large volumes of implants and instruments. In one exemplary embodiment, the surgeon begins by acquiring anatomical data from a patient. The anatomical data may then be loaded into a data comparison program. The data comparison program performs a best-fit analysis by comparing the patient's anatomical data to a number of predesigned, tested, and validated virtual implant models that are stored in a database. Once an implant has been identified by the data comparison program for the individual patient, the surgeon may place an order electronically with the manufacturer via the internet. In one exemplary embodiment, when placing the order, the surgeon will specify the type of implant, the surgery date, specific patient information, shipping information, and the preferred surgical technique that the surgeon anticipates using.
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