Inventors:
David Fleischmann - Tempe AZ, US
International Classification:
A61B 17/86, A61B 17/88
Abstract:
A device and method for providing antimicrobial activity around a surgical implant. Antimicrobial activity is provided by the inclusion of a highly conductive material to a surgical implant and providing a low electrical charge to the implant. Electrical charge is provided by a static generator or battery attached to the implant or attached via electrical leads.