Intervertebral prosthesis

Details Intervertebral prosthesis Intervertebral prosthesis

1988-06-08

1990-04-17

Millin, V.

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

Implantable prosthesis

Bone

128 69, 606 61, A61F 244

Patent

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049177044

ABSTRACT:
The intervertebral prosthesis provides a replacement for a damaged disk. The prosthesis is formed as a solid body of kidney-shape and is provided with a metal mesh covering for the ingrowth of tissue. Raised parts are formed on the opposite surfaces of the kidney-shaped body impart lateral stability when in situ.

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