Prosthesis (i.e. – artificial body members) – parts thereof – or ai – Implantable prosthesis – Bone
Reexamination Certificate
2005-08-18
2010-10-12
Philogene, Pedro (Department: 3733)
Prosthesis (i.e., artificial body members), parts thereof, or ai
Implantable prosthesis
Bone
C604S027000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07811321
ABSTRACT:
This invention relates to improved vertebroplasty procedures for reducing embolisms, leakage and cement loosening.
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Affidavit of Alexandre DiNello dated Feb. 9, 2005.
DePuy Products, Inc.
Philogene Pedro
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