The expandable vertebral body replacement “mediExpand®”-TL was developed for reconstruction of the thoracic and lumbar spine after single or multilevel corpectomies as a result of tumors. Development partner PD Dr. med. Heinrich Böhm
Benefits:
- Two opposed threaded columns allow a variable extension and can be adjusted individually
- Depending on the selected implant size, a bridging of the substantial defect of 15 – 50 mm is possible
- Unique construction features of the vertebral body replacement provide special angle connections with the insertion instrument, which allow the implantation using the dorsolateral and lateral approach
- Insertion is possible between the nerve roots using the dorsolateral approach due to the very low height of the construction
- Very large contact surfaces of the “mediExpand®”-TL prevent sinking in into the base and top plate of the neighboring vertebral bodies and ensure tight anchoring with optimal dislocation protection
- Surgeon can select from various sizes to compensate for the anatomical circumstances and the individual medical condition
- Reliable and simple lot number traceability by “Trace-ID Pins” ensures a greater patient safety
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 MEDICON eG
MEDICON eG was founded in 1941 through the merger of 6 companies specialising in the production of surgical tools. Over 35,000 items are currently produced at 11 MEDICON production facilities in the Tuttlingen region where the emphasis is very much on a traditional approach. MEDICON and its subsidiaries have a 400 employee-strong workforce. http://www.medicon.de