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The GPS III from Biomet is a platelet concentrating device for use in a number of musculoskeletal applications including non-union and bone defects, total joint replacement, shoulder decompression and tendonosis. The system includes a floating buoy which increases the efficiency of platelet...
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The Balance Microplasty hip stem is a shorter version of the Balance uncemented stem from Biomet. The stem is collarless and porous coated. It is a standard 80mm in length, and the design is intended to fill the proximal metaphysis and provide immediate three point fixation. The stem geometry...
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The Anatomic Graduated Component (AGC) total knee system from Biomet was first implanted in 1983. This is a minimally conforming “flat on flat” design attributed to Ritter. The system includes Universal and sided cobalt-chrome femoral components. The tibial component is available as...
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This cemented monoblock Arcom ® polyethylene cup has a 3mm integral flange and 3mm PMMA spacers on the surface. The design includes a 15 degree anti-dislocation rim and an anti-impingement recess, intended to increase the range of motion of the articulation. Intended for use with the SHP...
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The TaperLoc Microplasty from Biomet is a short femoral stem which is essentially a shortened version of the Taperloc stem (35mm shorter). This is a collarless, flat tapered wedge design, made from porous, plasma sprayed titanium. Lombardi et al give some useful advice for insertion. They...
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