The Virage System is an Occipital-Cervico-Thoracic (OCT) fusion system that will change your perspective on posterior fixation. Virage, meaning a “change in perspective,” or “a movement in a new direction,” reflects how Zimmer’s 360° Omnidirectional Extreme-Angle Screw brings a new experience to posterior fixation surgery.
Features
- The 360° Omnidirectional Extreme-Angle Screw: All Virage System polyaxial dual-lead screws incorporate 360° Omnidirectional Extreme-Angle Screw technology, allowing for 112° of conical range of motion, simplifying rod alignment. The proprietary friction-fit screw head holds the desired rod position, facilitating rod placement. Screws have dual-lead screw threads, requiring fewer revolutions, and are available in ø3.5mm, ø4.0mm, ø4.5mm and ø5.0mm (smooth shank options available in ø3.5mm and ø4.0mm) in multiple lengths.
- Head-to-Head Transverse Connectors (HHTC) provide multi-planar motion, allowing for off-axis screw head positioning, 20° of polyaxial motion to eliminate cross-connector bending, unlimited rotation in the sagittal plane for preferred placement, are designed to minimize profile, and are available in five sizes in 27-53 mm lengths (note: there is a 1mm overlap between sizes)
- Rod-to-Rod Transverse Connectors have a snap on-design for easier implantation and a locking system positioned lateral to the spinal cord
- Multiple Rod Options available in cobalt chrome and titanium, with pre-bent ø3.5mm/5.5mm transition rods
- Occipital Rods with 64° to 180° range of motion eliminate bending, have 3.5mm to 3.8mm transition at hinge to increase rod strength at the occipital level, with pre-bent occipital rods at 100° and 130°
- Low-Profile Occipital Plates are available in three sizes to accommodate patient anatomy, include a strap option for additional fixation, have lower rod connection to minimize soft tissue irritation, and have rotational and translational adjustability .Occipital Screws are available in ø4.5mm and ø5.25mm with 6-16mm lengths
- Instruments Engineered for Performance: the sleek design delivers efficient results in the operating room to overcome challenging patient anatomies during OCT fusion procedures
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 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