Orthopedic Spinal Fixation Medical Instrument Spine Vertebral Hook

Introduction:

The intervertebral fusion cage is a large, hollow cylinder made of titanium. It is designed as a "cage" so that bone graft can be placed inside the hollow cylinder to allow a spinal fusion to occur between two vertebrae. The holes throughout the cage allow bone to form around and through the cage connecting the two vertebrae with solid bone.

Many newer types of intervertebral fusion cages are designed for both open incision and laparoscopic procedures. The laparoscopic approach can be less damaging to normal tissue and speed up recovery.

Indications for Use:

• Degenerative spondylolisthesis (forward slip of vertebral body).
• Spinal fractures (breaks in the vertebrae).
• Scoliosis (curvature of the spine).
• Kyphosis (progressive humpback disorder).
• Spinal tumors (cancerous growths).