Aesculap Announces Agreement With Spinal Innovations for SHADOW Pedicle Screw System.Business Editors/Health/Medical Writers CENTER VALLEY, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 12, 2003 New Spinal Instrumentation Spinal Instrumentation Definition Spinal instrumentation is a method of straightening and stabilizing the spine after spinal fusion, by surgically attaching hooks, rods, and wire to the spine in a way that redistributes the stresses on the bones and System Features Ease of Use, Low Profile and High Strength Aesculap, Inc. announced that it has entered into an agreement with Spinal Innovations Inc. of Bartlett, Tennessee to market and sell the SHADOW(TM) Spinal System, a complete polyaxial screw system for the treatment of degenerative disc disease Degeneration of the intervertebral disc, which is often called "degenerative disc disease" (DDD) of the spine, is a common disorder of the lower spine and for some people can cause low back pain and/or leg pain (sciatica). and deformity in the lumbar spine. "We are pleased to partner with Spinal Innovations to offer surgeons a complete spinal fixation system that is easy to use and results in reduced surgery time," said Dirk Kuyper, executive vice president and chief operating officer Chief Operating Officer (COO) The officer of a firm responsible for day-to-day management, usually the president or an executive vice-president. of Aesculap. "Not only will this partnership help fill one of Aesculap's strategic portfolio needs in spine, but it will also provide additional research and development benefits for new spine products." The SHADOW(TM) Spinal System, developed by Spinal Innovations, was configured according to the requirements of spine surgeons to combine low profile, ease of use, and strength in one package. The low profile polyaxial screws are available in multiple lengths from 5.5 mm to 7.5 mm in diameter. Rods are 5.5 mm in diameter and also available in multiple lengths. A variety of rod-to-rod connectors along with simple instrumentation provide a myriad of options to meet clinical challenges. "We are excited to partner with Aesculap in advancing spinal implant research and development," said Marc Richelsoph, president and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. of Spinal Innovations. "With the rapid product development provided by Spinal Innovations, Inc. and the worldwide distribution of Aesculap, the partnership will advance both companies into a leading global spinal implant market position in both sales and technology." In 1996, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS AAOS American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. AAOS American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery ) conducted a "Historical Cohort Study of the Pedicle pedicle /ped·i·cle/ (ped´i-k'l) a footlike, stemlike, or narrow basal part or structure. ped·i·cle n. 1. A constricted portion or stalk. 2. Screw Fixation in Thoracic Lumbar and Sacral sacral /sa·cral/ (sa´kral) pertaining to the sacrum. sa·cral adj. In the region of or relating to the sacrum. sacral, adj pertaining to the sacrum. Fusions" at the request of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA FDA abbr. Food and Drug Administration FDA, n.pr See Food and Drug Administration. FDA, n.pr the abbreviation for the Food and Drug Administration. ) since there was little prospective data on the effectiveness of the pedicle screw. One of the study's most compelling findings was that patients whose treatment for degenerative spinal disorders included pedicle screws achieved successful spinal fusion at a rate of nearly 90 percent compared with a 70 percent fusion rate in patients who did not receive pedicle screw implants. The use of the bone screw in the pedicle has proven to be a successful option for spine stabilization for specific types of conditions and has been a valuable tool for spine stabilization. When properly used, pedicle screws provide the same safety and efficacy as comparable internal fixation devices used to stabilize spinal fractures. About Aesculap Aesculap, Inc. is a subsidiary of Aesculap AG & Co KG and is headquartered in Center Valley, PA. Based in Tuttlingen, Germany, Aesculap AG & Co KG is the world's largest manufacturer of surgical instrumentation. For more than 135 years, Aesculap has provided customers with surgical instrumentation and implants for neurosurgery neurosurgery /neu·ro·sur·gery/ (noor´o-sur?jer-e) surgery of the nervous system. neu·ro·sur·ger·y n. Surgery on any part of the nervous system. , ENT ENT ears, nose, and throat (otorhinolaryngology). ENT abbr. ear, nose, and throat ENT ear, nose and throat. ENT Ears, nose & throat; formally, otorhinolaryngology , plastic and reconstructive, thoracic, micro-vascular, cardiovascular, orthopedic, laparoscopic Laparoscopic A minimally-invasive surgical or diagnostic procedure that uses a flexible endoscope (laparoscope) to view and operate on structures in the abdomen. Mentioned in: Obstetrical Emergencies and general surgery and central processing in a mission to provide "All it takes to operate." Aesculap is a member of the B. Braun family of healthcare companies, currently the fourteenth largest healthcare company in the world. For more information about Aesculap and its products, please contact Aesculap Customer Service at 1-800-282-9000 or visit the Aesculap website at www.aesculap-usa.com. About Spinal Innovations Spinal Innovations, founded in 1996, designs and manufactures state-of-the-art spinal implant systems for the treatment of spinal disorders. Constantly pioneering new technologies and materials, Spinal Innovations is committed to providing spine surgeons with the best possible products for their spine patients. |
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