| abstract |
An anchoring element (1) for supporting prostheses or part thereof. The anchoring element (1) is substantially rotationally symmetrical and provided with external threads (20) and a central bore (2). At least one slit (3, is arranged in spiral form around the longitudinal axis (13) of the element (1) and extends aver at least the major part (11, 12) of the outer wall of the element. Said major part being provided with external threads (20), the chirality of said slit (3, 4, 5, 6) being the same as that of the outer threads (20). |