The XRL® Vertebral Body Replacement Device provides surgeons the ability to expand the device in situ to reconstruct the anterior column, restore height, and correct the sagittal curvature of the thoracolumbar spine.
Features:
- Integrated and modular construction
- 360º implantation
- Tactile feedback during expansion
- Most implant options to accomodate a wide range of anatomies
- PEEK implant: Ability to assess tumor recurrence and fusion progress
- Modular endplates: Accommodates multiple approach options
- Integrated options: Minimize OR time by eliminating assembly step
- 6 endplate footprints that range from -10° to 20° :Fully customizable implant
- Construct heights range from 22 mm to 145 mm :Fully customizable implant
- All-In-One spreader: Ability to insert, expand and lock the implant in seconds; Over expansion protection
- Quick repositioning:Repositioning can be done without impacting on a fully expanded implant
- Self-locking implant: Reduces OR time by removing locking step; Eliminates the need for additional instrumentation
About Expandable Corpectomy Devices
Each year, there are more than 150,000 spinal fractures in North America*. There is an estimated 10,000 to 12,000 spinal cord injuries every year and approximately 39% of these injuries are cause by motor vehicle accidents4. These non-elective or trauma surgeries sometimes require additional spinal structural support which is when the Expandable Corpectomy Device are used.Another indication or use for these Devices is in the treatment of cancer patients. If the cancer metastasizes or spreads in the spine, the surgeon may opt to remove the affected vertebral bodies and replace them with an Expandable Corpectomy Device.*(http://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1264191-overview)
About DePuy Synthes
Founded 1895 in Warsaw, Indiana, by Revra DePuy, DePuy operates as a brand under the Johnson &Johnson Medical organization.On April 27, 2011,DePuy and Synthes agreed to a merger deal. The DePuy Synthes Companies offer the world’s most comprehensive portfolio of orthopaedic and neuro products and services for joint reconstruction, trauma, spine, sports medicine, neuro, cranio-maxillofacial, power tools and biomaterials. http://www.depuysynthes.com