Bone joint implant and method

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1988-06-27

1990-02-27

Apley, Richard J.

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

Implantable prosthesis

Bone

623 18, A61F 232

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049042661

ABSTRACT:
A prosthetic device is shown for repair or replacement of joints of skeletal bones. The device includes an elongated stem having a linear axis which defines a distal end and a proximal portion. An articulating ball extends outwardly from the proximal portion and is shaped for rotary movement in a socket. A pliable sheath of a synthetic material is slidably received about the elongated stem to thereby form a snugly fitting cover for the stem when the stem is implanted in a cavity in the skeletal bone.

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patent: 4728335 (1988-03-01), Jurgutis
patent: 4770660 (1988-09-01), Averill

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