FDA Issues Safety Communication on STAR Ankle
The notice relates to a higher than expected risk of fracture in the device's plastic component, as early as 3 to 4 years post-implantation. Mar 16, 2021
MicroPort Orthopedics Launches Kinematic Alignment for the Evolution Medial-Pivot Knee
The technique, employed with the Medial-Pivot Knee, is designed to replicate the natural alignment of a patient’s pre-disease knee joint. Mar 16, 2021
Novastep Fully Launches Presslock Compression Locking Plates
Presslock Plates are reportedly the first to allow surgeons to use a locking screw within the compression slot. Mar 16, 2021
Spine Wave Launches Stronghold 3D Titanium Interbody Device
Stronghold, featuring TiCell 3D surface technology, is manufactured using a direct metal laser sintering to optimize interface and integration with bone. Mar 16, 2021
7D Surgical Expands Machine-Vision Technology in European Market
7D Surgical launched FLASH Navigation in Germany and Switzerland, with multiple units placed and over 30 spinal procedures completed this year. Mar 16, 2021
Study: Conformis iTotal Knee More Cost-Effective than Off the Shelf Implants
Retrospective review demonstrates that Conformis' iTotal implants enable expedited surgical time and reduce length of hospital stay. Mar 16, 2021
Ortoma Granted Patent for Surgical Planning
The U.S. patent protects the Ortoma Guide system, including accessories for navigated surgery. Mar 16, 2021
Curvebeam Weight Bearing CT Systems Offer Protocol for Exactech Vantage Ankle PSI
CurveBeam's weight-bearing CT imaging systems now include specific protocols for Exactech’s Vantage Ankle PSI. Mar 16, 2021
ATEC Launches InVictus OCT Posterior Fixation for the Cervical and Thoracic Spine
The introduction completes the InVictus system for spinal applications from occiput to ilium. Mar 15, 2021
FDA Clinical Hold Removed for Histogen Trial in Knee Regeneration
Histogen can proceed with a Phase I/II clinical trial examining human extracellular matrix plus microfracture to regenerate hyaline cartilage. Mar 15, 2021
