The Valeo® II TL Interbody Fusion Device is made of micro-composite silicon nitride, a 21st century ceramic proven in jet engines, race cars and even space shuttles – all high-stress environments that call for exceptional strength, durability and reliability.
Compatible with all imaging modalities, the Valeo® II TL appears ghost-like under X-ray and fluoro, with no CT or MRI artifacts. Each device is inspected to ensure the highest quality, and is shipped sterilized and individually packaged. The Valeo II TL includes a streamlined, comprehensive instrumentation set designed for ease of use.
- Hydrophilic surface material attracts proteins and osteoprogenitors, providing the ideal environment for bone growth and osseointegration
- Central cavity maximized for autograft packing
- Top and bottom ridges resist implant migration
- Tapered nose for easier insertion
- Threaded insertion feature mates with threaded inserter/tip for greater control
- Windows for improved visibility and bony attachment
About TLIF
A transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (TLIF) is performed to remove a portion of a disc that is the source of back or leg pain. Bone graft is used to fuse the spinal vertebrae after the disc is removed. TLIF provides fusion of the front and back of the lumbar spine. The front portion of the spine, called the anterior column, is stabilized by the interbody spacer and bone graft. The back portion, or posterior column, is locked in place with pedicle screws, rods and additional bone graft, alongside the backs of the vertebra.
At Amedica, we have the scientific and manufacturing expertise to produce medical grade silicon nitride – a patented platform technology for use in avariety of medical applications. Silicon nitride is bioactive and compatible across all imaging modalities, offering surgeons and patients a preferable alternative to commonly used materials. We are the only FDA registered and ISO 1345 certified silicon nitride medical device manufacturing facility in the world. http://www.amedica.com