US Spine's newly launched Preference 2 Complex Spine System to treat complex spinal pathologies

Aug 26 2009

US Spine^® is pleased to announce the commercial launch of the Preference 2 Complex Spine System^™. The product has been in use at select sites throughout the spring and summer, with strong clinical feedback and results. The introduction of this product has improved the company’s pedicle screw business nearly 75% compared to last year at the same time.

The new system, which ushers the company into the complex spine market (estimated at more than $700 million), is a hook, rod and pedicle screw system with several implant options allowing multiple correction techniques and comprehensive instrumentation designed specifically to treat complex spinal pathologies. The system provides spine surgeons with a specialized solution to correct complex spinal pathologies such as scoliosis, kyphosis, trauma and tumors.

Advanced correction instrumentation, Cobalt Chrome Rods, Lateral Offset Connectors, Hooks, Rod-to-Rod Connectors and a Low-profile Cross Connector are among the many components that make up the system. All anchoring implants within the system feature the Helical Flange® Closure mechanism, which eliminates head splay and drastically reduces cross threading.

Leading spine surgeons with backgrounds in both pediatric and adult deformity developed the system with the goal of providing a low-profile, flexible and powerful offering that gives surgeons a no-compromise solution to treat complex spinal disorders.

Other US Spine technologies include the company’s Facet Fixation System™, which features the Facet Gun™ and Facet Bolt®.

“While we are primarily known as a developer of our Facet Fixation technology, we are very proud of our Preference 2 Complex Spine System and the impact it allows us to make within the Deformity, Tumor and Trauma market,” said US Spine’s Executive Vice President Paul Sendro. “The Preference 2 instrumentation has been designed from the ground-up with a full emphasis on complex spinal pathology. With specialized instrumentation, surgeons using the system are able to achieve greater precision and control.”