Radial-capitellar implant
US9655726B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 28, 2006 |
| Grant date | May 23, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 1, 2033 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2310/00952
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A radial-capitellar implant for surgical replacement of the capitellum of the humerus and, optionally, the head of the radius. The radial-capitellar implant includes a capitellar implant or surface replacement arthroplasty of the capitellum and a radial prosthesis for replacement of the head of the radius. In one embodiment the radial prosthesis includes an articular head which moveable articulates with a stem implantable in the radius.
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