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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Oct. 05, 1999
Filed:
Aug. 02, 1997
Alfred A Iversen, Wayzata, MN (US);
Stephen M Trinter, Eden Prairie, MN (US);
PMT Corporation, Chanhassen, MN (US);
Abstract
An improved mammary prosthesis for implantation in humans comprising: a soft, flexible outer membrane forming an enclosure for receiving a filler material; an enhanced, undulating, random sculptured, irregular, substantially smooth surface of peaks, valleys, slopes and terraces without interstices disposed over at least a portion of said outer membrane; an internal structure within said membrane for supporting said outer membrane and providing an enhanced, life-like look and feel to the prosthesis; and a soft, partially-deformable, elastic filler material received within said outer membrane and cooperating with said internal structure to support said outer membrane.