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Joint arthroplasty devices formed in situ

  • US 7,717,956 B2
  • Filed: 11/22/2005
  • Issued: 05/18/2010
  • Est. Priority Date: 05/25/2001
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. A customizable implant configured for placement between joint surfaces of a joint, the implant comprising:

  • an expandable body;

    a hollow cavity within said body;

    a first exterior surface portion for opposing a first joint surface;

    a second exterior surface portion for opposing a second joint surface;

    the first exterior surface portion being substantially flat relative to the first joint surface;

    the second exterior surface portion substantially matching a contour of the second joint surface; and

    wherein the implant is configured for placement between the joint surfaces such that when expanded the second exterior surface portion engages the second joint surface and the first exterior surface portion provides the joint with a range of motion.

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