Glenosphere with augmented fixation and related methods
US9795490B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 15, 2016 |
| Grant date | Oct 24, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 15, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2002/4085
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A glenosphere includes a body, a first surface, a second surface, a cavity defined within the body, and a plurality of channels. The body defines a central axis passing through the body. The first surface includes a first rim and a second rim. The first rim is positioned radially outward from the second rim relative to the central axis. The second surface extends from the first rim of the first surface. The second surface has a convex shape. The cavity has a perimeter defined by the second rim and is configured to receive an attachment structure attachable to a bone. The plurality of channels extend from the first surface through the body to the second surface. Each channel defines a first opening positioned on the first surface between the first rim and the second rim and defines a second opening positioned on the second surface. Each channel is configured to receive a bone fixation member configured to secure the glenosphere to the bone.
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