Device Dossier
GENUS STD resurfacing patella - Polyethylene patella prosthesis
Device Dossier for GENUS STD resurfacing patella - Polyethylene patella prosthesis (Polyethylene patella prosthesis, Class III, sponsor Adler Ortho).…
- GMDN category: Polyethylene patella prosthesis
Intended purpose
A patella component of a tricompartmental rotating platform prosthesis to be used in PCL (posterior cruciate ligament)retaining/sacrificing TKR (Total Knee Replacement) for primary and revision surgery. Main indications: - Primary and secondary arthrosis - Rheumatoid arthritis - Bone necrosis - Revisions, where other devices or treatments have failed
Functional description
Constructed from UHMWPE. Attached to the underside of a resected patella.