Surgical implant in bone - has cap which extends beyond joint surface with surrounding bone

摘要

A surgical implant in a bone is fitted with a temporary cap, which is made from biologically inert material. The cap (7) is secured by a pin or a screw (6) and its diameter is of sufficient size to extend beyond the boundary between the insert and the surrounding bone. The cap prevents the ingress of bacteria between the joint surfaces of the implant and the surrounding bone. The cap also encourages the building up and the growth of the bone around the edge of the hole for the insert. USE/ADVANTAGE - Surgical implant in a bone. The cap promotes the growth of the bone around the implant.