Patent ID: 6228119
Filing Date: 2001-05-08
Classification: A61B,A61F

Abstract:
A modular glenoid assembly for attachment to a glenoid surface of a scapula to provide a bearing surface, the modular glenoid assembly comprising:a base having (i) a lower surface adapted to couple with the glenoid surface, (ii) an upper surface, (iii) a superior end, (iv) an inferior end, (v) a center portion, (vi) a perimeteral edge, and (vii) a lip which defines a channel, wherein the lip extends around a portion of the perimeteral edge at the superior end; anda bearing insert including (i) a bearing surface adapted to slidably engage a head portion of a humeral component, and (ii) a tab formed to be engaged within the channel of the lip when the insert is moved into position against the base,wherein both the lip and the channel are generally U-shaped.