Methods and apparatus for FAI surgeries

摘要

A partial rim implant for an acetabulum in a pelvic bone comprises a ridge, a bearing surface, and a fixation surface. The ridge is oriented to replace a labrum. The bearing surface is configured to align with the articulating surface of the acetabulum. The bearing surface extends from the ridge toward the apex of the acetabulum. The fixation surface is configured to fix the implant to a prepared bone surface of the pelvic bone.

主权项

1. A partial rim implant for an acetabulum in a pelvic bone, wherein the acetabulum comprises an articulating surface, a rim, and an apex, the implant comprising:
a. a ridge oriented to replace a labrum; b. a bearing surface configured to align with the articulating surface of the acetabulum, wherein the bearing surface extends from the ridge toward the apex of the acetabulum; c. an insertion portion extending at an angle away from the bearing surface, wherein the insertion portion is adapted to engage a bone recess in the pelvic bone; and d. at least one flange portion extending from the ridge and away from the bearing surface; and wherein the bearing surface extends between the ridge and the insertion portion; and wherein the insertion portion and the at least one flange portion are angled toward one another as the insertion portion and the at least one flange portion extend away from the bearing surface.