Abstract: A device (1) for connecting an instrument to a driver, the device comprising: a first connector (3) having at least two protrusions connectable, in use, to the instrument; a mechanism for moving the protrusions between a connected and a disconnected position; and a second connector (17) for connecting the device (1) to the driver, in use. Also disclosed is a method of connecting an instrument to a driver.

Abstract: A device (1) for connecting to an implant (16), comprising: at least two protrusions (8, 9) connectable, in use, to at least one indentation (20) in the implant; and a mechanism for moving the protrusions between a connected and a disconnected position. An implant (16) comprising a body (17) having at least one indentation (20) disposed within the body, wherein, in use, the at least one indentation receives at least two protrusions (8, 9) of a device (1) for connecting to the implant (16) such that the implant is clamped by the device. A method of connecting an implant (16) to a device (1).

Abstract: A femoral implant for fitting to a resected femur comprises a section having a frustoconical external form, a stem part extending away from the section to a distal end of the implant, and a femoral head extending directly away from the section to the proximal end of the implant. The implant could have the femoral head integral with the section, or as a separate component secured thereto, with the stem being a separate one piece component incorporating the section.

Abstract: Some embodiments are directed to a system 10 for the application of topical negative pressure therapy to a site 18 on the body of a mammal. Some embodiments of the system 10 comprise a piston 22 and cylinder 24 device 12 having a self-contained power source for the generation of a reduced pressure and for aspirating the site 18. Some embodiments of the system 10 comprise a dressing 14 sealably surrounding the site 18 that can be operably connected to the device 12 by a conduit means 16 to apply the reduced pressure to the site 18.

Abstract: An implant stem (1, 2) for implantation in a femur, comprising: a base portion (3) disposed at the proximal end (4) of the stem and a stem portion (5) extending to the distal end (6) of the stem, wherein the base portion (3) has an engagement means (7) for engaging, in use, with the resected end of the femur. An implant comprising such a stem (1, 2) and a head. A method for implanting such implants in a femur.

Abstract: A femoral implant for fitting to a resected femur comprises a section having a frustoconical external form, a stem part extending away from the section to a distal end of the implant, and a femoral head extending directly away from the section to the proximal end of the implant. The implant could have the femoral head integral with the section, or as a separate component secured thereto, with the stem being a separate one piece component incorporating the section.

Abstract: A component, e.g. a prosthetic ball and socket joint like an acetabular cup of a prosthetic joint, having a male or female location feature in a surface thereof for mutual interfit with a fixing member of a fixing assembly for securing the fixing member to the surface of the component and optionally for securing the component to a second component by means of a fixing screw.

Abstract: An implant, comprising: a head having a central axis; and a stem having a stem axis, wherein the head central axis and the stem axis are not co-linear. A method for resurfacing a femoral head, comprising the steps of: providing an implant according to the present invention; and implanting the implant with reference to the centre of the femoral neck.

Abstract: A component, e.g. a prosthetic ball and socket joint like an acetabular cup (11) of a prosthetic joint, having a male or female location feature (15) in a surface thereof for mutual interfit with a fixing member (12) of a fixing assembly for securing the fixing member to the surface of the component and optionally for securing the component to a second component by means of a fixing screw (13).

Abstract: A device (1) for connecting to an implant (16), comprising: at least two protrusions (8, 9) connectable, in use, to at least one indentation (20) in the implant; and a mechanism for moving the protrusions between a connected and a disconnected position. An implant (16) comprising a body (17) having at least one indentation (20) disposed within the body, wherein, in use, the at least one indentation receives at least two protrusions (8, 9) of a device (1) for connecting to the implant (16) such that the implant is clamped by the device. A method of connecting an implant (16) to a device (1).

Abstract: A femoral implant for fitting to a resected femur comprises a section having a frustoconical external form, a stem part extending away from the section to a distal end of the implant, and a femoral head extending directly away from the section to the proximal end of the implant. The implant could have the femoral head integral with the section, or as a separate component secured thereto, with the stem being a separate one piece component incorporating the section.

Abstract: Some embodiments are directed to a system 10 for the application of topical negative pressure therapy to a site 18 on the body of a mammal. Some embodiments of the system 10 comprise a piston 22 and cylinder 24 device 12 having a self-contained power source for the generation of a reduced pressure and for aspirating the site 18. Some embodiments of the system 10 comprise a dressing 14 sealably surrounding the site 18 that can be operably connected to the device 12 by a conduit means 16 to apply the reduced pressure to the site 18.

Abstract: The invention relates to a wound dressing, a method of manufacturing a wound dressing, and in particular to a material for use as and in a wound dressing. A wound dressing can comprise a material movable between an initial conformation and an expanded conformation resulting from applying an extensive force to the material, such that removal of the extensive force can cause a contraction of the material toward a center of a wound. In addition, the wound dressing can comprise a retaining mechanism removably coupled to the material and configured to retain the material in the expanded conformation.

Abstract: Particulate porous absorptive material such as carbon is coated with a biocompatible polymer to give a thin (e.g. 1-10 micron) smooth permeable coating without plugging the pores. The resulting material is free from fines and surface debris and useful for haemoperfusion. Coating is best effected by spraying hot washed carbon granules, free from fines and in rapid movement with a solution of polymer (e.g. polyHEMA) so as to bring about rapid evaporation and a coating weight preferably of up to 20% usually 0.25% to 5%.

Abstract: This invention relates to a moisture-vapor-permeable pressure-sensitive adhesive material for use on animal skin and nails, e.g. a surgical drape, suture strip or sheet, adhesive dressing, bandage, plaster, strapping tape, decorative nail covering, or decorative cosmetic product. The adhesive material comprises a backing material, and a pressure-sensitive adhesive on at least substantially the whole of the body adhering portion of at least one surface of said backing material, both said backing material and said adhesive being moisture-vapor-permeable and unaffected by water and at least one of said backing material and said adhesive comprising a synthetic polymer and .Iadd.both said backing material and said adhesive .Iaddend.being continuous and nonpermeable to liquid water, said adhesive material having a moisture vapor permeability of at least 300 g./sq. meter/24 hours/40.degree. C./80 percent RH.

Abstract: This invention relates to a moisture-vapor-permeable pressure-sensitive adhesive material for use on animal skin and nails, e.g. a surgical drape, suture strip or sheet, adhesive dressing, bandage, plaster, strapping tape, decorative nail covering, or decorative cosmetic product. The adhesive material comprises a backing material and a pressure-sensitive adhesive on at least substantially the whole of the body adhering portion of at least one surface of said backing material, both said backing material and said adhesive being moisture-vapor-permeable and unaffected by water and at least one of said backing material and said adhesive comprising a synthetic polymer and .Iadd.both said backing material and said adhesive .Iaddend.being continuous and nonpermeable to liquid water, said adhesive material having a moisture vapor permeability of at least 300 g/sq. meter/24 hours/40.degree. C./80 percent RH.