Device for holding a prosthesis during implantation and explantation of the prosthesis.

Abstract

Abstract A holding instrument for implantation and explantation of prosthesis can be fastened to the proximal end of a prosthesis by means of a lining (11). The hollow cylindrical or conical lining (11) which grasps the end of the prosthesis is mounted so that it can slide axially in an approximately cylindrical receiver part (13) with a conical guide surface (12). The end of the prosthesis is gripped by the lining and drawn into the receiver part by means of a force transducer (15, 19). A frictional force which depends on the draw-in distance is exerted on the end (24) of the prosthesis by the conical guide surface. This holding instrument allows prostheses (25) made from composite fibrous material to be handled without the risk of breakage.

Inventors

• 👤 Christian Kaddick

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