Prosthetic meniscus for the repair of joints

Abstract

Abstract "PROSTHETIC MENISCUS FOR THE REPAIR OF JOINTS" Abstract of the Disclosure A prosthetic meniscus replaces the natural meniscus and is located between the natural articular surfaces of the bones of a joint, The prosthetic meniscus includes a body portion formed of a resilient material and further defines an extra-articular extension which is attached to the surface of the bone outside the joint. A reinforcing fabric or mesh is embedded in the resilient material to give the meniscus strength and shape. A meniscus according to the invention allows full articulation of the joint and provide the cushioning and lubricating functions of a natural meniscus while avoiding problems associated with total joint replacements. The prosthetic meniscus in this application particularly relates to one for a knee joint.

Inventors

• 👤 W. Henry Wall

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