Fibrocartilage implants characterized by circumferential fiber networks embedded in arcuate or torroidal scaffolds with orthogonal fiber networks embedded therein to prevent separation of the circumferential fiber networks. The fiber networks convert axial compressive forces on the scaffolds to tensile loads on the circumferential fibers. Artificial knee meniscus and vertebral disc implants are disclosed, as well as articular disc implants for joints such as the temporomandibular joint and wrist. Methods for implanting the fibrocartilage devices are also disclosed.
申请公布号
WO2009149093(A1)
申请公布日期
2009.12.10
申请号
WO2009US45985
申请日期
2009.06.02
申请人
UNIVERSITY OF MEDICINE AND DENTISTRY OF NEW JERSEY;GATT, CHARLES, J.;BALINT, ERIC, A.;DUNN, MICHAEL, G.
发明人
GATT, CHARLES, J.;BALINT, ERIC, A.;DUNN, MICHAEL, G.