Synthetic resins or natural rubbers -- part of the class 520 ser – Synthetic resins – Compositions to be polymerized by wave energy wherein said...
Reexamination Certificate
2004-07-29
2010-12-28
Berman, Susan W (Department: 1796)
Synthetic resins or natural rubbers -- part of the class 520 ser
Synthetic resins
Compositions to be polymerized by wave energy wherein said...
Reexamination Certificate
active
07858671
ABSTRACT:
A medical prosthesis for use within the body which is formed of radiation treated ultra high molecular weight polyethylene having substantially no detectable free radicals, is described. Preferred prostheses exhibit reduced production of particles from the prosthesis during wear of the prosthesis, and are substantially oxidation resistant. Methods of manufacture of such devices and material used therein are also provided.
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Bragdon Charles R.
Harris William H.
Jasty Murali
Merrill Edward W.
Muratoglu Orhun
Berman Susan W
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Perkins Coie LLP
The General Hospital Corporation
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