Connective tissue stabilizer and method of use

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1992-05-15

1994-10-18

Isabella, David

Prosthesis (i.e., artificial body members), parts thereof, or ai

Implantable prosthesis

119814, 623 10, 623 13, A61F 202, A61F 218, A61F 208, A01K 2900

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053564316

ABSTRACT:
A connective tissue stabilizer for use in medical applications to stabilize and support cartilage, and the like is disclosed, the stabilizer having a body portion with a flattened end. The flattened end has an eye for receiving sutures or the like. The body portion generally corresponds to the shape of the tissue to be supported and may be removed after healing or left in place indefinitely.

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