Abstract: Intramedullary nails and other bone stabilization devices are used to provide for bone fixation are made from a biocompatible polymer such as the pyromellitic, dianhydride (PMDA)-free, non-halogenated, thermosetting aromatic polyimide disclosed in U.S. Pat. No. 6,686,437. The intramedullary nails of this invention can be secured to the bone by screws anywhere along their length. The intramedullary nails of the invention eliminate the need for imaging technology, permitting the surgeon more freedom to personalize the operation and support to the needs to the needs of the particular patient and avoid the need to expose the patient and medical personnel to hazardous x-rays and the like. The use of a polyimide polymer instead of a metal device of far higher modulus reduces bone fracturing and splintering and eliminates the risk of metallosis and metal poisoning. Ordinary commercial metal screws can also be exchanged with polyimide self-tapping screws providing a totally non-metal system.

Abstract: A medical implant having at least a portion thereof made of a formable, pyromellitic, dianhydride (PMDA)-free, non-halogenated, aromatic polyimide is disclosed. Further disclosed are a process of manufacturing the implant and a method of implanting the implant in a subject in need thereof.

Abstract: A medical implant having at least a portion thereof made of a formable, pyromellitic, dianhydride (PMDA)-free, non-halogenated, aromatic polyimide is disclosed. Further disclosed are a process of manufacturing the implant and a method of implanting the implant in a subject in need thereof.