Prosthetic meniscus for the repair of joints
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Mar 5, 1985
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Aug 19, 1983
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Sep 21, 1981
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A prosthetic meniscus replaces the natural meniscus and is located between the natural articular surfaces of the bones of a joint. The prosthetic meniscus includes a body portion formed of a resilient material and further defines an extra-articular extension which is attached to the surface of the bone outside the joint. A reinforcing fabric or mesh is embedded in the resilient material to give the meniscus strength and shape. A meniscus according to the invention allows full articulation of the joint and provides the cushioning and lubricating functions of a natural meniscus while avoiding problems associated with total joint replacements.
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