PathFinder NXT system consists of polyaxial cannulated screws and rods and is intended to provide temporary stabilization following surgery to fuse the spine. A range of spinal rod lengths included with PathFinder NXTallows the surgeon to place polyaxial pedicle screws through an open or mini-open procedure.PathFinder NXT System is designed to aid in the surgical correction of several types of spinal conditions. This system is intended only to provide stabilization during the development of a solid fusion with autograft or allograft. These implants are intended to be removed after the development of a solid fusion mass.The PathFinder NXT System only allows the placement of 5.5 mm titanium rods.
Benefits:
- Strong screw-sleeve connection prevents sleeve disassociation during surgery
- Provides up to 30mm of reduction without additional instrumentation
- Simultaneous distraction/compression and reduction allows sequential, controlled correction
- Pedicle Access Tool streamlines the pedicle targeting process and workflow
- Proprietary decortication and aspiration instruments help to facilitate a solid fusion all through the same incision.
About MIS
The trend in spine surgery for many procedures has been moving toward minimally invasive approaches. These include spine surgery for lumbar fusion, deformity surgery, cervical surgery and sacroiliac joint fusion. The benefits of minimally invasive spine surgery (MIS) include decreased pain, less blood loss, shorter hospital stays and faster recovery. However, there is a difficult learning curve for surgeons when mastering MIS procedures. Increasing familiarity with MIS techniques creates more options for surgeons treating spine conditions with the potential to decrease surgical complications. The goal of this conference is to update neurological and orthopedic surgeons, as well as allied health professionals on the latest advances in MIS surgical techniques.
About Zimmer
Zimmer was founded in 1927 by Justin O. Zimmer, originally producing aluminum splints. The firm is headquartered in Warsaw, Indiana, where it is part of the medical devices business cluster there. Recently has acquired Biomet.Zimmer Spine is a global leader in spine innovation, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for spine patients worldwide by delivering comprehensive thoracolumbar, cervical fixation and biologics surgical solutions, training and clinical support that advance and support surgeons. http://www.zimmer.com