Molding Process And Products Formed Thereby

摘要

A reusable surgical implement is provided that is formed of a core positioned within an enclosure. The core is formed of a suitable rigid, and optionally flexible material to enable the implant to conform to the desired use for the implement in a surgical procedure. The material forming the enclosure is also stretchable and flexible to accommodate the configuration and/or any flexing of the core, and is biologically inert to enable the implant to be sterilized after use for use in subsequent surgical procedures while protecting the material forming the core. The enclosure can be molded around the core in separate portions or components using multiple molding steps to form an enclosure with the desired attributes.

主权项

1. A reusable surgical implement comprising:
a) a core; and b) an enclosure formed around the core of at least one molded component to completely enclose the portion of the core on which the at least one molded component is disposed.