Advanced Spine Fixation Systems Inc., An Innovative Spinal Implant Device Company, Announces the Acquisition of the World's First Expandable Cage LIFEC Implant System.IRVINE, Calif.--(BW HealthWire)--June 10, 1998--Advanced Spine Fixation Systems Inc., recognized worldwide for its innovative Varigrip(R) Spinal Implant System, recently acquired the exclusive worldwide marketing and distribution rights for the LIFEC(R) Expandable Cage Implant System. "With its revolutionary inter-body fusion design, the LIFEC Cage was highly sought after by several of the world's largest orthopedic and spine instrumentation companies before being acquired by Advanced Spine," said William E. Maya, Advanced Spine Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, in making the announcement. "LIFEC is the world's first implantable cage that expands to assist in maintaining the spine's natural lordosis lordosis /lor·do·sis/ (lor-do´sis) 1. the anterior concavity in the curvature of the lumbar and cervical spine as viewed from the side. 2. abnormal increase in this curvature. , which is commonly lost with disk degeneration degeneration /de·gen·er·a·tion/ (de-jen?er-a´shun) deterioration; change from a higher to a lower form, especially change of tissue to a lower or less functionally active form. ," Maya said. "Disk degeneration is one of the most common spinal disorders." LIFEC, which stands for lumbar lumbar /lum·bar/ (lum´bar) pertaining to the loins. lum·bar adj. Of, near, or situated in the part of the back and sides between the lowest ribs and the pelvis. intersomatic fusion expandable cage, extends Advanced Spine's product offering and confirms the company's worldwide presence as a leader in product innovation. The acquisition further demonstrates the company's long-term commitment to the health care industry. The major clinical advantage of this cage system is its progressive expansion capability that provides a strong bone to cage interface, virtually eliminating any migration risk, while simulating the spine's normal lordosis. The LIFEC cages are available in three different sizes to fit most all clinical indications. They are cylindrical cyl·in·dri·cal adj. Of, relating to, or having the shape of a cylinder, especially of a circular cylinder. in shape and made of a lightweight, biocompatible biocompatible /bio·com·pat·i·ble/ (-kom-pat´i-b'l) being harmonious with life; not having toxic or injurious effects on biological function. titanium with a large inner volume to allow more bone graft bone graft Orthopedic surgery Sterilized bony tissue, often of cadaveric origin, used to fill and/or 'sculpt' bone defects Indications Spinal fusion, revision of failed articular prostheses, filling traumatic or malignant bone defects, or periodontal defects. . For more information on the LIFEC expandable cage system or other Advanced Spine implant systems and devices, contact Advanced Spine Fixation Systems Inc., 18 Technology Drive, Suite 110, Irvine, Calif. 92618. Tel: 949/453-1290. Fax: 949/453-1299. Advanced Spine Fixation System is a leading innovative spinal implant device company with offices located in the United States United States, officially United States of America, republic (2005 est. pop. 295,734,000), 3,539,227 sq mi (9,166,598 sq km), North America. The United States is the world's third largest country in population and the fourth largest country in area. and Europe. The company designs and markets advanced implants and instrumentation for the surgical treatment of various spinal conditions and disorders. CONTACT: The Sturgess Company John Sturgess, 949/646-3879 |
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