Jan 12 2010
Biocomposites, the pioneers in synthetic bone graft materials have
launched geneX ds, a dual syringe mixing and
minimally invasive delivery system containing geneX,
the unique resorbable bone graft material with a negative surface charge.
“geneX ds incorporates everything I need
in a bone void filler and is an adjunct to osseous unions. It is easy to
mix, quick setting and radio dense. The geneX ds
delivery system allows me to precisely apply the material directly to
the surgical site.”
The powder and liquid components of geneX are
provided pre-packed in separate syringes. The syringes connect together
and allow a faster, simpler and cleaner way for mixing geneX.
The resulting setting paste can then be delivered through an 8cm
dispenser (included). geneX ds is ideal for
difficult-to-reach surgical sites or minimally invasive procedures.
geneX is a synthetic bone graft material with a
unique bi-phasic composition manufactured through a proprietary process ZPC®
(Zeta Potential Control) that confers the product with a reproducible
negative surface charge. This property stimulates bone cell activity,
accelerating bone formation and fusion by harnessing key proteins and
directing osteoblast adhesion and proliferation for rapid osteogenesis. geneX
is fully resorbable and is completely replaced by bone. geneX
overcomes the surgeon’s reliance on donor tissue presenting both a cost
saving and a reduction in the risks associated with its use.
Commenting on geneX ds, Dr Chris Gauland, Surgeon at
the Eastern Carolina Foot and Ankle Specialists, North Carolina, USA
said “geneX ds incorporates everything I need
in a bone void filler and is an adjunct to osseous unions. It is easy to
mix, quick setting and radio dense. The geneX ds
delivery system allows me to precisely apply the material directly to
the surgical site.”
Biocomposites’ Managing Director Stephen Bratt added “Expanding
clinical evidence supporting the efficacy of ZPC technology in
trauma has prompted surgeons’ requests for a geneX
delivery system for complex cases. geneX ds addresses the
surgeons’ needs for an easy-to-use mixing and delivery kit that will
present geneX to a much wider surgeon and patient base.
geneX ds is FDA cleared and CE marked. Available now
in 2.5cc.
Source:
Biocomposites