The VIPER® 2 System is a single platform solution with a comprehensive range of instrumentation and implant options. The VIPER 2 System provides surgeons with the confidence and control required to address a wide range of spinal pathologies, including the more advanced indications while maintaining a less invasive approach. The VIPER 2 System makes degenerative MIS cases easier and complex MIS cases possible with a single versatile system.
Why MIS? Minimally invasive approaches have been shown to typically reduce complications, overall costs, pain, infection rates, and blood loss and yield quicker recovery than traditional open surgery.
Benefits:
Two-step extension loading
- Provides ease of use
- May streamline surgical technique to increase operating room efficiency
Low-profile extensions and rod holders
- Minimizes incision size and crowding in lower lumbar spine
- Reduces trauma to patient; no unnecessary additional incisions for rod insertion
Secure rod and screw extensions
- Provides intraoperative adaptability
- Provides ability to treat multi-level procedures
- Allows for basic vertebral body manipulation and reconstruction
More than 30 comprehensive instruments
- Designed to handle multiple pathologies, from degenerative to deformity
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 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