The MOUNTAINEER® OCT Spinal System is the DePuy Synthes Spine occipito-cervico-thoracic spinal system. With the MOUNTAINEER OCT Spinal System, surgeons can choose a fusion solution that solves the unique problems they face. The MOUNTAINEER OCT Spinal System has been designed to be both simple and versatile and offers seamless junctional connections, a breadth of fixation options, and optimal control.
This system is also compatible with our EXPEDIUM® Spine System and Cobalt-Chromium Alloy Rods that offer the strength needed for deformity correction.
Benefits:
- 60 degree cone of angulation with additional 15 degree Favored Angle bias:Allows for easier screw fixation in difficult anatomy
- Poly drag TOP NOTCH®:Provides more control of the screw head for easier rod placement
- Square Thread:Reduces cross threading and head splay
- Tapered form tapping tip:Allows easier screw insertion with strong bone purchase
- Head-to-Head Cross Connector:Offers construct stability where rod-to-rod connectors will not work
- Adjustable Wedding Band (3.5-4.75, 5.5, 6.35mm):Allows easier connection to Thoracic-Lumbar systems with less rod contouring
- Adjustable OC Rod:Allows easier connection across the Occipito-Cervico junction with less contouring and the ability to revisit head position
About Posterior Cervical Fusion
Posterior Cervical Fusion is a procedure intended for the stabilization of the cervical spine through a posterior approach. The procedure is commonly performed using hooks, plates, screws and rods as an adjunct to the fusion. Posterior cervical fusion is performed to treat instabilities which arise from: degenerative disc disease, spondylolisthesis, spinal stenosis, fracture/dislocation, atlantoaxial fractures with insatiability, occipito-cervical dislocation, revisions of previous cervical spine surgery and tumors.(Source: Depuy Synthes)
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