The Vital MIS Spinal Fixation System is a percutaneous screw delivery system that offers a broad range of cannulated implants and specialized instrumentation for a minimalized, percutaneous or mini-open approach. The system was
designed to provide surgeons with the flexibility to utilize instrumentation based on their personal technique, preference and specific patient needs.
Features:
- Integrated Extension Tabs: Fully machined integrated extension tabs remove the concern for weld breaks.
- Open extended tab design allows for increased visualization and easier placement of percutaneous rods.
- 30 mm of integrated reduction threads.
- Multiple Instrument Connection Features
- The multiple pedicle screw head connection points allow various instruments to quickly and securely attach, simplifying manipulation maneuvers.
- After the disposable, integrated extension tabs have been removed, all Vital (open) instrumentation is compatible with Vital MIS screws.
- Fully Threaded Cannulated Dual-lead Screw Shank
- Self-tapping fully threaded cannulated screw shank designed to improve the starting characteristics and improve bone screw fixation while reducing insertion torque.
- Improves surgeon efficiency by allowing pedicle screw insertion twice as fast as comparable single lead pedicle screws without sacrificing pull-out strength.1
- T27 Hexalobe Drive Feature
- Screws and closure tops utilize a T27 drive feature (one of the largest in the industry): 30% stronger than a T25 (MDT), 90% greater strength than a T20 (D/S).
- Dual-lead Reverse Angle Thread Closure Top
- Dual-lead reverse angle thread designed to improve engagement, advance quickly and help prevent head splay.
- Closure top design supports loosening after final tightening and re-tightening of closure top without performance loss.
- Percutaneous Rod Options
- Pre-bent and straight rod options standard in the set.
- Pre-bent rods can attach to rod holders in either lordotic or kyphotic orientation to accommodate thoracic or lumbar curves
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