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Abstract

A modular prosthesis according to embodiments of the present invention includes a diaphyseal element adapted for implantation into a bone, a metaphyseal element with a mount adapted to receive a prosthetic articulating surface, a fluid reception chamber formed between the diaphyseal element and the metaphyseal element, the fluid reception chamber having proximal and distal ends and a side wall, one end being formed by the diaphyseal element and the other end being formed by the metaphyseal element, and an injection canal in fluid communication with the fluid reception chamber, wherein the fluid reception chamber is configured to receive fluid injected via the injection canal, such that a length of the modular prosthesis is adjustable in a longitudinal dimension based on a volume of fluid received by the fluid reception chamber. Progressive insertion of agglutinating fluid into the fluid reception chamber lengthens the prosthesis.

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First Claim