Cervical Spacer – a corpectomy implant with ”3D-Truss-Ti” technology.
”C·Spacer” is intended for stabilization of the cervical spine. Its goal is a reconstruction and/or preservation of the natural anatomy of the cervical spine in cases requiring corpectomy.”C·Spacer” implant is made of Ti-alloy powder and manufactured using Electron Beam Technology (EBT). A porous implant of a special truss structure providing excellent conditions for a fusion where bone can fill the cage up to 65-70%. Its directional and corrugated (serrated) contact surfaces called ”shark teeth” prevent movement and dislocation after implantation into intervertebral space. Thanks to ”3D-Truss-Ti” technology the spacer does not require the bone graft or the bone substitute.
Features:
- Perforated truss structure (”3D-Truss-Ti”);
- Optimal osteosynthesis conditions;
- Simple implantation method;
- Wide range of sizes;
- Optional filling with bone graft or bone substitute;
Technology
At the end of the 20th century, technologies stemming from aero-space engineering opened a world of new possibilities in 3D spatial architecture. LfC managed to transmit this space technology to the field of spinal implants. Electron beam melting (EBT-Electron Beam Technology) of Ti-alloy powder with temperatures over 2000 deg. C in a vacuum chamber -that is the essence of technology used to create a new generation of 3D-implants. Apart from the structure itself, which favors bone ingrowth within the spatial cells, the implant’s design enables an accelerated osteointegration mechanism reducing fusion time by 40-50 percent and more. This new phenomenon was studied and called „Ivy-like mechanism, L.C.” as a metaphor for the natural growth process of ivy, which climbs along the specially made rough surface of truss design.
Publications:
Ciupik L.F., Kierzkowska A., Cęcek J., Pieniążek J. Sterna J., Cieślik-Górna M. The use of incremental technology to produce 3D-Truss Ti6Al4V implants which improves the spinal treatment effectiveness. Key Engineering Materials; 2016; 687: 179-184.
Ciupik L.F., Kierzkowska A. Technology-biomechanical evaluation of metal biomaterials derived by layer technology. Engineering of Biomaterials; 2010; 93: 14-18.
Bulletins:
BULLETIN No. 03/2020
BULLETIN No. 02/2020
Poster: Innovative 3D-Ti-Printing in a Worldwide spinal surgery
About LfC
LfC is a polish company who have achieved a leading position in the design and manufacture of surgical equipment used in spinal treatment in orthopaedics and neurosurgery.In the years 2007-2008 the company was honoured with prestigious awards, including the title of the Most Innovative Product in Poland (First Prize) in 2007 and the Golden Euro award in 2008. It also gained a high position among Polish innovative companies.Their product range includes Rod-Screws system, Anterior Cervical Plates, Posterior Cervical, Peek Cages, VBR implants and Titanium cages. http://www.lfc.com.pl/en/