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The Brisbane and Gladstone ALIF (Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion) Devices are premier orthopaedic devices created by Signature Orthopaedics Pty Ltd. These tools are specially designed to enable the surgical fusion of selected segments within the anterior lumbar region of the spine.
These devices play pivotal roles during the fusion process, providing a stable intermediary structure that promotes fusion, while also maintaining spinal alignment to ensure faster, more effective recovery from spinal surgeries. Their intuitive design permits surgeons to more efficiently facilitate fusion procedures, thus lessening the overall operative time.
Both the Brisbane and Gladstone ALIF Devices are produced from premium quality, rigorous biocompatible materials. These features make them exhibit excellent durability and endurance, ensuring their reliable performance in the demanding environment within the human body.
The benefits of using these devices include improved spinal stability, pain relief, prevented or delayed disc degeneration, and increased mobility postoperatively. They can also help correct deformities and improve the overall function of the lumbar area of the spine, contributing to increased patient quality of life.
In summary, the Brisbane and Gladstone ALIF Devices by Signature Orthopaedics Pty Ltd. serve as critical tools in assisting the successful outcomes of anterior lumbar interbody fusion surgeries. These medical devices exemplify the innovative progress of orthopaedic medicine in improving patient care and managing spinal conditions more effectively.
The Brisbane ALIF and Gladstone ALIF devices are crucial instruments in the realm of orthopedic surgery, specifically designed to assist in Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (ALIF) procedures.
Primary Use
The core function of these devices is to promote spinal fusion for patients suffering from degenerative disc disease. They achieve this by providing a space for bone graft between the vertebral bodies to help facilitate the fusion.
The Brisbane and Gladstone ALIF devices are implanted via an anterior approach - which means the surgeon accesses the lumbar spine from the front, through the lower abdomen. This method allows for a more direct path to the spine than posterior techniques and is often utilized to allow the complete removal of the disc space and to precisely place the implant.
Construction and Features
The devices are constructed from PEEK (Polyether ether ketone), which are biocompatible materials that provide long-lasting durability and strength. They are designed with large graft areas to maximize bone graft packing and reinforce the fusion process. Additionally, these devices have teeth on the superior and inferior surfaces to prevent device migration and promote stability.
Clinical Significance
The Brisbane and Gladstone ALIF devices serve as valuable tools in the management of degenerative disc disease. They enable the restoration of disc height and proper spinal alignment, as well as relieve pressure from nerve roots, potentially alleviating associated pain and disability.
Please note that the choice of device and procedure should always be determined by a fully qualified healthcare professional, taking into consideration the specifics of each patient's medical requirements and overall health status.
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