Spine Rodding System Launched
Pioneer Surgical Technology announced the launch of their device to support minimally invasive approaches to remedy spinal disease on June 24th. The Quantum Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery (MIS) Rodding System is designed to support fixation of the lumbar spine.
Fixation can be achieved at either one or two levels of the spine with the adjustable system. Fixation is accomplished with Quantum Polyaxial Screws, Locking Caps, and Titanium Alloy Rods. The device includes a device to support Rod insertion, regardless of where screws have been positioned.
As the product was specifically designed with minimally invasive approaches in mind, the device and accompanying instruments maximize the amount of control available to the surgeon. Instruments facilitate improved control over reduction, distraction, and compression encountered.
Tools were also created to help reduce the amount of time required to complete surgical placement of the fixation device. The product is also manufactured so as to be flexible in the case that conversion from a laparoscopic to an open approach is warranted during surgery.
The device specifications are described in an information sheet (pdf) developed by the manufacturer.
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July 25, 2007 Related topics: Orthopedic