Reinforced medical implants

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2007-02-28

2011-10-25

Isabella, David (Department: 3774)

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

Implantable prosthesis

Bone

C623S023540

Reexamination Certificate

active

08043382

ABSTRACT:
Medical implants having a ceramic body reinforced with a plurality of metal wires. Methods of making the implant and methods of implanting the medical implant are also provided.

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