Abstract: A implantable prosthesis having an external surface at least a portion of which is an open-cell structure is made by providing an implantable member having a surface applying a first layer of elastomer to the surface, applying a first layer of particles to the first layer of elastomer, applying a second layer of elastomer to the first layer of particles, applying a second layer of particles to the second layer of elastomer, curing the layers of elastomer, and removing the particles to form an external surface at least a portion of which is an open-cell structure.

Abstract: A implantable prosthesis having an external surface at least a portion of which is an open-cell structure is made by providing an implantable member having a surface applying a first layer of elastomer to the surface, applying a first layer of particles to the first layer of elastomer, applying a second layer of elastomer to the first layer of particles, applying a second layer of particles to the second layer of elastomer, curing the layers of elastomer, and removing the particles to form an external surface at least a portion of which is an open-cell structure.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are luer connectors, components thereof and fluent material delivery devices utilizing the same. The disclosed luer lock connectors can be used with syringe and needle assemblies to resist leakage through and disengagement of the syringe and needle assembly.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are luer connectors, components thereof and fluent material delivery devices utilizing the same. The disclosed luer lock connectors can be used with syringe and needle assemblies to resist leakage through and disengagement of the syringe and needle assembly.

Abstract: A breast prosthesis for implantation beneath the skin is disclosed. In one preferred embodiment the prosthesis has an outer elastic shell which encloses a biocompatible fluid and a silicone foam insert of unitary construction having the shape and approximate consistency of breast tissue. The foam insert occupies substantially the entire volume enclosed by the shell of the implantable prosthesis and consists of a foam body that is molded to the shape of the breast. The foam body has both open-cell and closed-cell characteristics. Portions of the foam insert are closed-cell with open-cell passageways threading themselves throughout the structure. The insert is of unitary construction and made by (a) heating a mold to an appropriate temperature; (b) mixing air bubbles into a dispersion of uncured silicone; (c) injecting the bubble-laden, uncured silicone into the preheated mold; and (d) applying a vacuum until the foam insert cures.

Abstract: A breast prosthesis for implantation beneath the skin is disclosed. In one preferred embodiment the prosthesis has an outer elastic shell which encloses a biocompatible fluid and a silicone foam insert of unitary construction having the shape and approximate consistency of breast tissue. The foam insert occupies substantially the entire volume enclosed by the shell of the implantable prosthesis and consists of a foam body that is molded to the shape of the breast. The foam body has both open-cell and closed-cell characteristics. Portions of the foam insert are closed-cell with open-cell passageways threading themselves throughout the structure. The insert is of unitary construction and made by (a) heating a mold to an appropriate temperature; (b) mixing air bubbles into dispersion of uncured silicone; (c) injecting the bubble-laden, uncured silicone into the preheated mold; and (d) applying a vacuum until the foam insert cures.