The VIPER® Fenestrated Screw System is intended to be used with the CONFIDENCE SPINAL CEMENT SYSTEM® or the V-MAX® Mixing and Delivery System and the VERTEBROPLASTIC® Radiopaque Resinous Material or the VERTECEM V+ Cement Kit to provide immobilization and stabilization of spinal segments in the treatment of acute and chronic instabilities or deformities of the thoracic, lumbar and sacral spine in patients with diminished bone quality (e.g., osteoporosis, osteopenia, metastatic disease). It is intended to provide temporary internal support and fixation while fusion mass is consolidating or fracture is healing, or for the palliative reconstruction of the tumor patients.
Features:
- TOP NOTCH™ Feature:The TOP NOTCH Feature enables instruments from the EXPEDIUM System and the VIPER System to connect directly to the implants and simplifies intraoperative maneuvers.
- Constant Thread Lead:The thread form allows for a smooth transition between the dual and quad lead thread during insertion.
- Cortical Thread Form:Cortical Thread Form provides enhanced pedicle fixation.
- Fenestrations: 1.6 – 1.75 mm fenestration diameters allow for optimal cement delivery and screw fixation.
- Optimized TipSelf-tapping, self-centering tip allows for insertion with or without tapping.
- Cannulation 1.75 mm diameter allows for injection of cement through the screw.
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About DePuy Synthes
DePuy Synthes, The Orthopaedics Company of Johnson & Johnson, provides one of the most comprehensive orthopaedics portfolios in the world that helps heal and restore movement for the millions of patients we serve. DePuy Synthes solutions, in specialties including joint reconstruction, trauma, extremities, craniomaxillofacial, spinal surgery and sports medicine, in addition to the VELYS™ Digital Surgery portfolio, are designed to advance patient care while delivering clinical and economic value to healthcare systems worldwide. Building on our proud product innovation and legacy of industry firsts, we are reimagining the orthopaedic landscape with new advancements in medical technologies and digital surgery across the entire continuum of care to Keep People Moving today and tomorrow. For more information, visit www.depuysynthes.com.