Month: January 2017

Bioventus Names John Nosenzo Chief Commercial Officer

January 23, 2017

DURHAM, N.C.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–

Bioventus, a global leader in orthobiologic solutions, today announced that it has named John Nosenzo as Chief Commercial Officer. Nosenzo brings more than 25 years of progressive sales and marketing leadership in pharmaceuticals and medical diagnostic markets to the company. He will be responsible for leading all global sales and distributor management functions for Bioventus, as well as global marketing for the Active Healing Therapies business, and the key customer interface functions responsible for expanding market access for our products and for providing reimbursement services for the EXOGEN® Ultrasound Bone Healing System.

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Nosenzo will report to CEO Tony Bihl and be a member of the Bioventus executive leadership team. He will begin work on February 1.

“John is a natural charismatic leader who develops top talent, builds strong teams, and consistently delivers exceptional sales results,” said Tony Bihl. “We are very pleased he is joining us to lead our commercial organization and look forward to the impact he will make with our customers and our commercial team and processes, to fully capture the global market potential for Bioventus’ expanding product portfolio.”

Prior to joining Bioventus, Nosenzo was Senior Vice President, Global Customer Operations at Beckman Coulter Diagnostics since 2011. Previously, he was Senior Vice President, Customer Relations Management for Siemens Healthcare, and Vice President, Marketing and Sales at Quest Diagnostics.

Nosenzo began his career with Bayer Healthcare, progressively growing thorough sales leadership roles in pharmaceuticals and diagnostic testing businesses over 20+ years, ultimately achieving the role of Senior Vice President, General Manager- Americas for Bayer Diagnostics, prior to the acquisition of this business by Siemens AG.

He earned an MBA in marketing and management from Adelphi University and a Bachelor of Science in pharmacy from St. John’s University.

About Bioventus

Bioventus is an orthobiologics company that delivers clinically proven, cost-effective products that help people heal quickly and safely. Its mission is to make a difference by helping patients resume and enjoy active lives. Bioventus has two product portfolios for orthobiologics, Bioventus Active Healing Therapies and Bioventus Surgical that make it a global leader in active orthopaedic healing. Its EXOGEN Ultrasound Bone Healing System is the #1 prescribed bone healing system in the US and is the only FDA-approved bone healing device that uses safe, effective ultrasound to stimulate the body’s natural healing process. Built on a commitment to high quality standards, evidence-based medicine and strong ethical behavior, Bioventus is a trusted partner for physicians worldwide.

For more information, visit www.BioventusGlobal.com and follow the company on Twitter @Bioventusglobal.

Bioventus, the Bioventus logo and EXOGEN are registered trademarks of Bioventus LLC.

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SI-BONE’s iFuse Implant System® Requires Revision Surgery 5 Times Less Compared to SI Joint Fixation with Screws According to New Peer-Reviewed Clinical Publication

SAN JOSE, Calif., Jan. 23, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — SI-BONE, Inc., an innovative medical device company that pioneered the use of the iFuse Implant System® (“iFuse”), a triangular shaped minimally invasive surgical (MIS) device indicated for fusion for certain disorders of the sacroiliac (SI) joint, announced the publication of a single-center retrospective study of patients who underwent SI joint fusion using titanium triangular implants or SI joint fixation using cannulated screws.  The study, titled Surgical Revision after Sacroiliac Joint Fixation or Fusion1,  was published in the International Journal of Spine Surgery and involved review of medical records and tailored patient follow-up contact for patients who underwent SI joint fusion or fixation between 2003 and 2015 at the site.  4-year cumulative revision rates, calculated using Kaplan-Meier survival analysis, showed a 5.7% revision rate for the 263 patients who underwent SI joint fusion with iFuse vs. a much larger 30.8% revision rate for the 36 patients who underwent SI joint screw fixation.  At the longest follow-up time point, the cumulative probability of revision in the screw group was 79.8%.  Subgroup analysis showed no predictors of revision other than device used (iFuse vs. screw).

“In our practice, we switched from screws to iFuse in early 2012 because we noticed that with iFuse, a much smaller proportion of patients returned to clinic with complaints of continued SI joint pain,” said Timothy Holt, MD of the Montgomery Spine Center in Montgomery, AL and senior study author.  “Surgical revision was required in a large proportion of patients who underwent screw-based fixation.  In contrast, the surgical revision rate with iFuse was low, similar to that reported in the literature.”

The iFuse Implant is specifically designed for SI joint fusion due to a unique triangular shape that prevents rotational motion and a porous surface that promotes bony ongrowth*.  It is the only SI joint fusion device with peer-reviewed publications from prospective trials and is the only SI joint fusion device with an FDA-cleared indication citing clinical studies that demonstrate improvements in pain, patient function and quality of life.

About SI-BONE, Inc.
SI-BONE, Inc. (San Jose, California) is a leading innovative medical device company dedicated to the development, manufacture and commercialization of minimally invasive surgical devices for the treatment of patients with low back symptoms related to certain sacroiliac (SI) joint disorders.  SI-BONE, Inc. first received 510(k) clearance to market its iFuse Implant System (“iFuse”) from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in November 2008. The CE mark for European commercialization was obtained in November 2010.

The iFuse Implant System provides a minimally invasive surgical solution to fuse the SI joint using patented triangular titanium implants that create an interference fit within the ilium and sacrum.  The triangular implant shape, combined with the press fit insertion, is designed to provide immediate fixation by minimizing rotational motion.  The implants have a porous surface that provide an ideal environment for bone ongrowth and ingrowth, facilitating long-term fusion of the joint*.  iFuse is the only commercially available SI joint fusion system in the United States with published prospective clinical evidence that demonstrates safety, effectiveness and economic benefits, including three large multicenter studies, two of which are randomized controlled trials.  Currently, there are more than 45 peer-reviewed publications supporting positive clinical outcomes, safety, biomechanics, and the economic value of iFuse (www.si-bone.com/results).  It is the only SI joint fusion system with FDA clearance recognizing demonstrated improvements in pain, patient function and quality of life following treatment.

The iFuse Implant System is intended for sacroiliac fusion for conditions including sacroiliac joint dysfunction that is a direct result of sacroiliac joint disruption and degenerative sacroiliitis.  This includes conditions whose symptoms began during pregnancy or in the peripartum period and have persisted postpartum for more than 6 months.  Clinical studies have demonstrated that treatment with the iFuse Implant System improved pain, patient function, and quality of life.  There are potential risks associated with the iFuse Implant System.  It may not be appropriate for all patients and all patients may not benefit.  For information about the risks, visit: www.si-bone.com/risks

SI-BONE and iFuse Implant System are registered trademarks of SI-BONE, Inc. ©2017 SI-BONE, Inc. All Rights Reserved. 9750.012317

1Spain K, Holt T. Surgical Revision after Sacroiliac Joint Fixation or Fusion. Int J Spine Surg. 2017;11:24-30. doi: 10.14444/4005.

*Data on file: TR 300401-A and 300359-A

SOURCE SI-BONE, Inc.

Amplitude Surgical Announces That is Has Been Granted Approval to Market Its Anatomic® Total Knee Prosthesis in the United States

January 20, 2017

VALENCE, France–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Regulatory News:

Amplitude Surgical (Paris:AMPLI) (ISIN: FR0012789667, Ticker: AMPLI, PEA-PME eligible), a leading French player on the global surgical technology market for lower-limb orthopedics, today announces that it has received 510(k) regulatory clearance from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its Anatomic® implant, addressing degenerative knee disorders.

Olivier Jallabert, Chairman and CEO of Amplitude Surgical, says: “This is a major milestone for Amplitude Surgical; it rewards the work of an entire team, from creative surgeons to engineers and all members of staff who have contributed to the development of this implant and the drafting of the FDA marketing approval file. Our Anatomic® knee has been a real success, with more than 20,000 surgeries carried out to date. This approval provides us with access to the US market, worth over 4 billion dollars. It illustrates the high quality of our implant, which is unquestionably suited to American standards, and will enable our US subsidiary, Amplitude Orthopedics Corp., to launch its commercial activity.

Amplitude is currently the leading French manufacturer of hip and knee implants, with more than 50,000 implants inserted every year. With a market share of close to 15% in knee implants, the Company ranks no. 2 in France just behind ZimmerBiomet, and well ahead of the other major international players such as De Puy (J&J), Stryker and Smith&Nephew. The American competitive environment is fairly similar to that observed in countries in which the Group is established, and will require the setting up of a high-quality dedicated team for the marketing of our Anatomic® knee on this continent.

Next financial press release: H1 2016-17 sales, Wednesday February 15, 2017, after market.

About Amplitude Surgical

Founded in 1997 in Valence, France, Amplitude Surgical is a leading French player on the global surgical technology market for lower-limb orthopedics. Amplitude Surgical develops and markets high-end products for orthopedic surgery covering the main disorders affecting the hip, knee and extremities, and notably foot and ankle surgery. Amplitude Surgical develops, in close collaboration with surgeons, numerous high value-added innovations in order to best meet the needs of patients, surgeons and healthcare facilities. A leading player in France, Amplitude Surgical is developing abroad through its subsidiaries and a network of exclusive distributors and agents. Amplitude Surgical operates on the lower-limb market through the intermediary of its Novastep subsidiaries in France and the United States. Amplitude Surgical distributes its products in more than 30 countries. At June 30, 2016, Amplitude Surgical had a workforce of almost 300 employees and recorded sales of over 80 million euros.

Contacts

Amplitude Surgical
Philippe Garcia, +33 (0)4 75 41 87 41
CFO
philippe.garcia@amplitude-ortho.com
or
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Investor Relations
Marc Willaume, +33 (0)1 44 71 00 13
amplitude@newcap.eu
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amplitude@newcap.eu

SpineFrontier Enhances the MISquito Percutaneous Pedicle Screw System in Response to Growing Demand

MALDEN, MA (PRWEB) JANUARY 20, 2017

SpineFrontier, Inc., the leader in Less Exposure Surgery (LES®) Technologies, announced today the next evolution in spinal fusion, the MISquito Percutaneous Pedicle Screw System (part of the PedFuse Pedicle Screw System platform). In contrast to the competition, SpineFrontier is focused on technique driven product solutions that provide maximum efficiency and enable outpatient, same-day surgery for patients. The MISquito’s advanced instrumentation and technique reduces exposure to fluoroscopy and eliminates the complexity of inserting of pedicle screws, pedicle rods, and locking caps in multilevel constructs.

Learn More About The Making of MISquito by Watching this Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7IRdcLhkt4s

Dr. Chin, orthopedic spine surgeon and CEO of SpineFrontier, says, “Almost every week I now use the MISquito for percutaneous lumbar fixation in an outpatient setting. The instrumentation makes it easy to perform fusions in a lateral position and for multilevel fusions from T2 to the sacrum with ease. I first started designing percutaneous pedicle screws in 2003 with the MANTIS and now 14 years later the MISquito is very advanced in its efficiency and simplicity. With the rise in number of fusions being performed, it is critical that we make these progressive leaps forward with our systems. We are now working on leveraging the design for scoliosis.”

The MISquito System continues to advance under the leadership and expertise of Dr. Chin, SpineFrontier’s rapidly expanding surgeon base, and their relationship with SpineFrontier’s accomplished Engineers and Designers who are trained to perform this surgery in the onsite cadaver lab. This extensive knowledge network ensures that no use scenario goes unexplored and ensures the instrumentation, in conjunction with the technique, overcome the limitations and intricacies of the competition.

Michael Emery, SpineFrontier Product Manager and Engineer of SpineFrontier’s Pedicle Screw platform “It’s exciting to continue to see the effective results of our Technique based Technologies through the relationship between our surgeons and engineers. The system boasts a first in-class implant engineered to accommodate a wide range of patient anatomy, bone density, and deformities. We accomplished this with our various screw offerings, built in reduction capability with superior tab strength, and progressive screw thread.”

SpineFrontier has enhanced the MISquito System to increase the ease and simplicity of putting in percutaneous screws and rods over multiple levels.

  • The flat blade dilator is designed to create a minimal incision size ideal for screw and rod insertion without excess tissue damage.
  • The locking screw inserter eliminates any toggle between the implant and instrument making it feel like one device. The locking mechanism ensures the screw is fully retained and does not unintentionally disassemble from the inserter.
  • A new implant configuration called REspond-XL that incorporates extended break off tabs with significant reduction threads for easy rod reduction
  • The threaded rod pusher allows for fully seating the pedicle rod into the saddle of the tulip
  • The new GEN II Rod Inserter was developed to ensure a rigid connection between instrument and implant to allow for rod and tulip manipulation in-situ during insertion. The mechanism allows for effortless insertion into the anatomy without the need for an additional incision.
  • The system also has a percutaneous compressor/distractor system that is less complex than competitor systems and fits into the technique flawlessly.

Indications:
The PedFuse Pedicle Screw System is intended to provide immobilization and stabilization of spinal segments in skeletally mature patients as an adjunct to fusion in the treatment of the following acute instabilities or deformities of the thoracic, lumbar, and sacral spine: degenerative spondylolisthesis with objective evidence of neurological impairment, fracture, dislocation, scoliosis, kyphosis, spinal tumor, and failed previous fusion (Pseudoarthrosis).

In addition, the PedFuse Pedicle Screw System is indicated for the treatment of severe spondylolisthesis (Grade 3 and 4) of the L5-S1 vertebra in skeletally mature patients receiving fusion by autogenous bone graft having implants attached to the lumbar and sacral spine (L3 to S1).

About SpineFrontier Inc.
SpineFrontier Inc. (http://www.spinefrontier.com) is a growing medical technology company that designs, develops and markets both implants and instruments for spine surgery based on the Less Exposure Surgery (LES®) Philosophy. These technologies are designed to allow for outpatient surgery due to minimal disruption of normal tissues. SpineFrontier believes LESS is more: LESS time in treatment and recovery is more time in action for patients and surgeons. The LES Techniques drive the design process under the leadership and expertise of Dr. Chin, our surgeon experts, and engineering team that have access to our training lab and state of the art manufacturing facility to ensure that every use scenario is explored and design limitations are overcome. SpineFrontier is headquartered in Malden, MA. It was founded in 2006, and released its first products in 2008. SpineFrontier is a KICVentures portfolio company and the leader in LES technologies and instruments.

Contact
Phone: (978) 232-3990
Media: contact(at)spinefrontier(dot)com
Sales: sales(at)spinefrontier(dot)com
Engineering: MikeEmery(at)spinefrontier(dot)com

Bioness StimRouter™ Neuromodulation System Clinical Data Presented At The 2017 North American Neuromodulation Society’s Annual Meeting

VALENCIA, Calif., Jan. 20, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Bioness, Inc., the leading provider of state-of-the-art, clinically supported rehabilitation and pain management medical devices, is pleased to announce data surrounding the clinical benefits of its StimRouter Neuromodulation System. At the 2017 North American Neuromodulation Society’s (NANS) Annual Meeting in Las Vegas, Nevada, Dr. Porter McRoberts, a trained Physiatrist and Interventional Spine and Pain Management Specialist in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, shared data indicating that the StimRouter is a promising treatment for post-stroke shoulder pain (PSSP) patients when compared to the alternative options for pain management.

“Post-stroke shoulder pain is a condition that occurs in approximately 30 to 70 percent of stroke patients. This condition contributes to a loss of upper limb use and results in an inability to perform basic daily tasks such as getting dressed or tooth brushing,” said Dr. McRoberts. “While treatments such as oral medication and injections can have a short term impact on managing pain, neuromodulation devices, such as the StimRouter, are designed to target pain at the point of origin and provide relief in a minimally invasive manner with long term effect.”

In a poster presentation, Dr. McRoberts shared data from seven patients that were implanted with the StimRouter in an effort to manage their post-stroke shoulder pain. Using the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) patients measured pain both before the procedure and up to four months after implant. The patients received care across four different U.S. hospitals in New York, Florida, and Pennsylvania.

Dr. McRoberts and his colleagues found that:

  • PSSP patients implanted with the StimRouter Peripheral Nerve Stimulator experienced an average of 70% reduction in their chronic pain using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS).
  • Peripheral Nerve Stimulation is a promising treatment for PSSP, especially in light of the alternatives for pain management.

The results also show that peripheral nerve stimulation targeting the axillary nerve is a promising treatment for post-stroke shoulder pain patients. Implantable peripheral neurostimulation therapies, like the StimRouter, can be safe and effective pain management techniques as an adjunct to other therapies like Physical/Occupational therapy to help with improving mobility and quality of life.

“The StimRouter has already shown promising results in treating chronic peripheral nerve pain and we are honored to now be sharing its potential for relieving the pain many post-stroke shoulder patients encounter,” said Todd Cushman, President and CEO at Bioness. “Our goal at Bioness is to help patients return to their pre-stroke lives by reducing pain and getting them back into rehabilitation therapy by a Physical/Occupational Therapist. This data is another step forward showing that it is possible for post-stroke patients to regain control of their lives.”

The StimRouter was the first FDA cleared, long-term, minimally invasive peripheral nerve stimulator indicated to treat chronic pain of a peripheral nerve origin. This non-drug, patient-controlled medical device is an adjunct to other modes of therapy and is being well received by patients and clinicians alike.

For more information on the StimRouter or to speak with a patient currently using the device, stop by Bioness’ booth #221 at NANS or visit www.stimrouter.com for videos of real patients sharing their StimRouter experience.

About StimRouter™ Neuromodulation System
The StimRouter™ Neuromodulation System is intended to provide electrical stimulation via a small implanted lead to a target peripheral nerve, for the management of severe intractable chronic pain of peripheral nerve origin in adults, as an adjunct to other modes of therapy. StimRouter is a minimally invasive procedure consisting of an implanted lead, external pulse transmitter (EPT) and conductive electrode, controlled by a small, handheld wireless patient programmer. StimRouter is programmed at the direction of the physician to meet unique pain management requirements.

About Bioness, Inc. Bioness is the leading provider of innovative technologies helping people control pain, regain mobility and improve independence. Bioness solutions include external and implantable functional electrical stimulation (FES) systems, robotic systems and software-based therapy programs providing functional and therapeutic benefits for individuals affected by pain, central nervous system disorders and orthopedic injuries. Individual results vary. Consult with a qualified physician to determine if this product is right for you. Contraindications, adverse reactions and precautions are available online at www.bioness.com.

Media Relations Contact Information
Next Step Communications
bioness@nextstepcomms.com
781.326.1741

StimRouter™ and Bioness® are trademarks of Bioness, Inc. | www.bioness.com | Rx Only
Additional information about StimRouter can be found at www.stimrouter.com.

SOURCE Bioness, Inc.

 

XTNT Announces Closing of Registered Direct Offering

BELGRADE, Mont., Jan. 18, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Xtant Medical Holdings, Inc. (NYSE MKT:XTNT), a leader in the development, manufacturing and marketing of orthopedic products for domestic and international markets, today has announced the closing of a registered direct offering conducted without an underwriter or placement agent (the “Offering”).  The Offering closed on January 17, 2017 and was with certain holders of its convertible promissory notes (“Indenture Notes”) to purchase a total of 843,289 shares of its common stock.  The common stock was sold at a negotiated price of $0.5692 per share.

All of the proceeds of the Offering were applied to set off interest owed by Xtant under certain of the Indenture Notes to the purchasers of the common stock. The Company was required to make interest payments on January 15, 2017 (which were due on January 17, 2017, the immediately following business day), to the holders of the Indenture Notes, aggregating $2,040,000, of which $480,000 were satisfied by the Offering.  All expenses of the Offering will be paid by the Company from cash on hand.

If you have questions about the Offering, please contact Xtant Investor Relations by calling (877) 889-1972 or writing to investorrelations@cg.capital.

This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy shares of common stock, nor shall there be any sale of common stock in any state or other jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to the registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or other jurisdiction.

About Xtant Medical Holdings

Xtant Medical Holdings, Inc. (NYSE MKT:XTNT) develops, manufactures and markets class-leading regenerative medicine products and medical devices for domestic and international markets. Xtant products serve the specialized needs of orthopedic and neurological surgeons, including orthobiologics for the promotion of bone healing, implants and instrumentation for the treatment of spinal disease, tissue grafts for the treatment of orthopedic disorders, and biologics to promote healing following cranial, and foot and ankle surgeries. With core competencies in both biologic and non-biologic surgical technologies, Xtant can leverage its resources to successfully compete in global neurological and orthopedic surgery markets. For further information, please visit www.xtantmedical.com.

Important Cautions Regarding Forward-looking Statements

This press release contains certain disclosures that may be deemed forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 that are subject to significant risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking statements include statements that are predictive in nature, that depend upon or refer to future events or conditions, or that include words such as “continue,” “efforts,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “estimates,” “projects,” “forecasts,” “strategy,” “will,” “goal,” “target,” “prospects,” “potential,” “optimistic,” “confident,” “likely,” “probable” or similar expressions or the negative thereof.

Statements of historical fact also may be deemed to be forward-looking statements. We caution that these statements by their nature involve risks and uncertainties, and actual results may differ materially depending on a variety of important factors, including, among others: our ability to integrate the acquisition of X-spine Systems, Inc. and any other business combinations or acquisitions successfully; our ability to remain listed on the NYSE MKT; our ability to obtain financing on reasonable terms; our ability to increase revenue; our ability to comply with the covenants in our credit facility; our ability to maintain sufficient liquidity to fund our operations; the ability of our sales force to achieve expected results; our ability to remain competitive; government regulations; our ability to innovate and develop new products; our ability to obtain donor cadavers for our products; our ability to engage and retain qualified technical personnel and members of our management team; the availability of our facilities; government and third-party coverage and reimbursement for our products; our ability to obtain regulatory approvals; our ability to successfully integrate recent and future business combinations or acquisitions; our ability to use our net operating loss carry-forwards to offset future taxable income; our ability to deduct all or a portion of the interest payments on the notes for U.S. federal income tax purposes; our ability to service our debt; product liability claims and other litigation to which we may be subjected; product recalls and defects; timing and results of clinical studies; our ability to obtain and protect our intellectual property and proprietary rights; infringement and ownership of intellectual property; our ability to remain accredited with the American Association of Tissue Banks; influence by our management; our ability to pay dividends; our ability to issue preferred stock; and other factors.

Additional risk factors are listed in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q under the heading “Risk Factors.” You should carefully consider the trends, risks and uncertainties described in this document, the Form 10-K and other reports filed with or furnished to the SEC before making any investment decision with respect to our securities. If any of these trends, risks or uncertainties actually occurs or continues, our business, financial condition or operating results could be materially adversely affected, the trading prices of our securities could decline, and you could lose all or part of your investment. The Company undertakes no obligation to release publicly any revisions to any forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events, except as required by law. All forward-looking statements attributable to us or persons acting on our behalf are expressly qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement.

Investor Contact
CG CAPITAL
Rich Cockrell
877.889.1972
investorrelations@cg.capital

Company Contact
Molly Mason
mmason@xtantmedical.com
Xtant Medical Holdings, Inc.

PH Cage by Conventus Orthopaedics

 

PROXIMAL HUMERUS 3-DIMENSIONAL FRACTURE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

Proximal humerus fractures have remained a challenge to the orthopedist. No clear repair technology or approach has proven to be preferred in clinical literature. Correct anatomic reduction, medial column support, and bone mineral density are the leading contributors to failures for these patients. The Conventus PH Cage™ is the industry’s first alternative designed to directly address these modes of failure with a new technology that provides intramedullary buttress for fixation.

MEDIAL COLUMN SUPPORT

The Cage provides direct medial column support by placing a specifically engineered structural component in the intramedullary space and anchoring this device to the diaphyseal column of the humerus. This approach is a similar idea to using fibular struts and other materials to address medial column support in humerus fractures. The Cage provides a device that is properly shaped and sized for each patient, and removable should the need arise.

Cellular Titanium by Emerging Implant Technologies

EIT Cellular Titanium®

  • EIT Cellular Titanium® implants are produced with Selective Laser Melting (SLM) technique
  • EIT Cellular Titanium® consists of  ~ 80% porosity and a diamond pore size of ~ 650 μm, mimicking trabecular bone structure
    » Bone grafting is not necessary
  • Combination of solid and cellular implant architecture facilitates the rebuilding of natural cortical and cancellous bone structure
    » Provides optimal biomechanical and biological environment for natural bone ingrowth
  • Hydrophilic EIT Cellular Titanium®
    » Maximized blood contact leads to accelerated protein and mesenchymal cell attachment and bone cell differentiation
    » Proven biocompatibility of titanium alloy TiAl6V4
  • Excellent imaging characteristics
    » Implant contours visible under x-ray. Fusion area clearly visible due to high implant porosity
    » MRI and CT compatible

 

UNiD by Medicrea

 

UNiD Process

Unid-process-01

1.PLAN   
An advanced software tool helps surgeons to design patient-specific rods based on the simulation of the optimal sagittal alignment specific to each patient after measuring their spino-pelvic parameters.

2.ORDER
With one click, the order is placed with the UNiD Lab which processes the request and industrially produces the rods specifically for each patient.

3.EXECUTE YOUR PLAN

The UNiD patient-specific rods, designed to achieve the patient’s optimal sagittal alignment, are ready to be implanted. With UNiD, manual contouring of the rods during surgery becomes obsolete. Precious time in the operating room is saved and the surgeon can concentrate on executing the surgical plan for the patient’s best possible outcome.

Rumor Mill: Is Stryker about to purchase NuVasive?

This is a rumor that has long been discussed, but is this about to happen? It makes sense that Stryker would be very aggressive after the LDR splash made by Zimmer Biomet in 2016. Use the comment section below to leave your thoughts and if you have any intel on this potential blockbuster deal.