20240024127. Intramedullary Prosthesis Removal Systems and Methods Thereof simplified abstract (HOWMEDICA OSTEONICS CORP.)
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Intramedullary Prosthesis Removal Systems and Methods Thereof
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Philip Harris Frank of Maplewood NJ (US)
Mayur Dhawale of Yavatmal (IN)
Prabhanjan Nimkar of Thane (IN)
Venus Vermani of Palampur (IN)
Subhash Jangid of Gurgaon (IN)
Intramedullary Prosthesis Removal Systems and Methods Thereof - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240024127 titled 'Intramedullary Prosthesis Removal Systems and Methods Thereof
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a method for removing a hip stem from bone. The method involves drilling a channel through the bone adjacent to the hip stem, from a proximal end to a distal end, creating a longitudinal first axis. A hole is then drilled along a second axis through the bone adjacent to the distal end of the hip stem, intersecting with the channel. A cutting wire is inserted through the channel and the hole, and used to cut the interface between the hip stem and the bone.
- The method involves drilling a channel and a hole through the bone adjacent to the hip stem.
- A cutting wire is inserted through the channel and the hole to cut the interface between the hip stem and the bone.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Surgical procedures for hip stem removal in cases of implant failure or revision surgery.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Facilitates the removal of a hip stem from bone, which can be challenging due to the strong bond between the implant and the bone.
Benefits of this technology:
- Provides a method for removing a hip stem without causing excessive damage to the surrounding bone.
- Allows for a more efficient and controlled removal process, reducing the risk of complications during surgery.
Original Abstract Submitted
a method for removing a hip stem from bone comprises drilling a channel through the bone adjacent to the hip stem from a proximal end to a distal end thereof, the channel defining a longitudinal first axis. the method further comprises drilling a hole along a second axis through the bone adjacent to a distal end of the hip stem such that the channel and the hole intersect. the method additionally comprises inserting a first end of a cutting wire through the channel and the hole and cutting an interface between the hip stem and the bone with the cutting wire.
