Patents by Inventor Bernhard Kapp

Bernhard Kapp has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Osteosynthesis implant
    Patent number: 6187009
    Abstract: The osteosynthesis implant according to the present invention includes a base body in the form of a plate having an upper side and a lower side intended for contact with the bone. The lower side has extensions for insertion in the bone, and their outer surface is provided with a retaining structure. The entire implant is made of an bioabsorbable material. The bone fragments to be secured can be joined easily and reliably with the implant according to this invention and no explantation is necessary after osteosynthesis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 8, 1999
    Date of Patent: February 13, 2001
    Assignee: Synthes (U.S.A.)
    Inventors: Daniel Herzog, Bernhard Kapp