Fixation method and apparatus for total joint prosthesis

Details Fixation method and apparatus for total joint prosthesis Fixation method and apparatus for total joint prosthesis

1996-08-08

1998-07-21

Milano, Michael J.

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

Implantable prosthesis

Bone

623 18, A61F 238

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057829241

ABSTRACT:
A bone surface is initially shaped to conform with a surface of an artificial joint prosthesis. At least one leg projects from said surface of the prosthesis, the leg having a major axis extending substantially parallel said surface and being tapered so as to snugly fit within a substantially corresponding configured channel formed in the bone adjacent its shaped surface.

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