Arthroscopically implantable prosthesis

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1993-03-17

1994-09-06

Isabella, David

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

Implantable prosthesis

Bone

623 20, A61F 230

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053444590

ABSTRACT:
A prosthetic device is described which is arthroscopically implantable into a joint, which can restore function to a diseased joint, alleviating the need for joint therapy.
The device has a ring or a pair of rings sized and shaped to fit within the joint. The ring or rings are comprised of a polymeric substance and may contain one or more compartments which are inflatable or expandable with air, a liquid or a semi-solid, through an arthroscope coupling means.

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