FORTIFY® I is an integrated vertebral body replacement device that provides anterior column support and is designed to prevent implant dislodgement. The spacer has integrated titanium plates and screws for additional stabilization between the vertebral bodies and the spacer. The implants are available in a wide range of footprints, heights, and lordotic/kyphotic angles in PEEK or titanium. Maximized expansion ranges and modular endplates allow surgeons to customize each implant to the patient.
- Anterior Column Fixation: Integrated titanium screws are designed to help prevent dislodgement, in addition to supplemental fixation.
- Postoperative Visualization: Radiolucent PEEK implant option provides improved postoperative visualization and a modulus of elasticity closer to bone.
- Optimized Fit: Maximized expansion ranges and a wide variety of sagittal profiles and footprints for an optimized fit.
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 Globus
Globus Medical, Inc. is a leading musculoskeletal solutions company and is driving significant technological advancements across a complete suite of spinal products. Founded in 2003, Globus’ single-minded focus on advancing spinal surgery has made it the fastest growing company in the history of orthopedics. Globus is driven to utilize superior engineering and technology to achieve pain free, active lives for all patients with spinal disorders. Additional information can be accessed at www.globusmedical.com.