Finger joint prosthesis

Details Finger joint prosthesis Finger joint prosthesis

1991-06-12

1992-07-28

Green, Randall L.

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

Implantable prosthesis

Bone

623 16, 623 18, A61F 242

Patent

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051337614

ABSTRACT:
An implantable carbon composite finger joint prosthesis having first and second members rotatably attached forming a single axis joint. The joint has a core which includes a three directionally woven high density carbon-carbon composite for strength, and a base for supporting stems which includes a porous vitreous carbon to promote bony tissue ingrowth, and the coacting joint surfaces include carbide which is wear resistant and will not support fibrous tissue.

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