| abstract |
The present invention provides an orthopedic implant that is at least partially resorbable. The implant of the present invention can include a biocompatible material in the form of a ring that can be used in combination with a second, more porous, resorbable material. This second material can be continuous body or discontinuous. The implant may also include a first material coupled to a full or partial wedge of a second material, the wedge coupled to the inner surface of the denser material. Suitable materials for the first material and the second material include, but are not limited to, absorbent polymer composites. The implant of the present invention may also include a plate for anchoring the implant. |