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SpineGuard obtained EC-MDR certification for its class IIa and Ir devices and can now launch its Threaded PediGuard for the indication of anterior approach in spine surgery under the MDR in Europe.
The Threaded PediGuard range of application is now being extended to include anterior scoliosis correction in Europe. Some adolescents suffering from idiopathic scoliosis require a spinal surgery to stop the progression of their curve and correct their spine. A new trend is to treat these patients using growth modulation. Instead of fixing the back of these patients with posterior pedicle screws and rods, this new technique aims to insert screws in the convex side of the spine and link them with a cord that is partially tighten during the surgery. As these adolescents have remaining growth, blocking the convexity will help them open their concavity and further correct their scoliosis by themselves while they complete their growth. The potential benefits for the patients are immediate; thanks to a minimally invasive surgery, they can have a quick recovery and keep their spine flexibility. That is why, more and more pediatric surgeons adopt this new technique for their patients, representing an increasingly growing market.
Lateral screws placement in vertebral bodies is not without risk. There are some neurological and vascular challenges to avoid and the Threaded PediGuard is particularly well suited to help secure this drilling unlike other modalities like neuromonitoring, navigation or robotics.
Source: SpineGuard
