This artificial knee is also interesting because it is an osseointegrated implant. As Cyrano heals post-operatively, the bone actually grows into the implant. This creates a strong bond so the joint can perform optimally.
From David Green, Director of Communication for the College of Veterinary Medicine at North Carolina State University:
"[This implant is a] custom-made, osseointegrated prosthetic knee implanted in Cyrano’s leg. You can see the extension into the live bone on either side of the prosthetic knee."
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