Prosthesis (i.e. – artificial body members) – parts thereof – or ai – Implantable prosthesis – Bone
Patent
1998-05-15
1999-05-04
Milano, Michael J.
Prosthesis (i.e., artificial body members), parts thereof, or ai
Implantable prosthesis
Bone
623 18, 623 19, A61F 232
Patent
active
058999426
ABSTRACT:
The disclosure relates to a tissue and debris barrier for use in association with implanted joint replacement devices. The barrier comprises a biocompatible membrane that is impermeable to debris. The membrane defines an aperture which is positioned about a component of the joint replacement prosthesis. The periphery of the membrane may be mechanically attached by suturing to adjacent tissue or may be provided with areas of selected porosity to promote tissue adherence. The barrier permits full motion of the replacement joint while preventing or impeding tissue and debris from migrating to and from bone implant interfaces.
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House Wayne D.
Milano Michael J.
W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.
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