Implantable medical devices comprising bio-degradable alloys

The invention provides medical devices comprising high-strength alloys which degrade over time in the body of a human or animal, at controlled degradation rates, without generating emboli. In one embodiment the alloy is formed into a bone fixation device such as an anchor, screw, plate, support or r...

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Main Authors RADISCH HERBERT R, JANKO GORDON F, TROZERA THOMAS A
Format Patent
LanguageEnglish
Published 26.11.2013
Subjects
ALLOYS
CHEMISTRY
FERROUS OR NON-FERROUS ALLOYS
METALLURGY
TREATMENT OF ALLOYS OR NON-FERROUS METALS
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Summary:The invention provides medical devices comprising high-strength alloys which degrade over time in the body of a human or animal, at controlled degradation rates, without generating emboli. In one embodiment the alloy is formed into a bone fixation device such as an anchor, screw, plate, support or rod. In another embodiment the alloy is formed into a tissue fastening device such as staple. In yet another embodiment, the alloy is formed into a dental implant or a stent.
Bibliography:Application Number: US201213553645