Cranial Repair
At Medtronic Neurosurgery our goal is to offer a family of cranial
fixation systems that fit a neurosurgeon’s preference and a
patient’s needs. Our MacroPore product line offers the benefits
of resorbable technology as well as ease of customization and use, while the all-inclusive design of the TiMesh 1.5/1.6 titanium plating
systems allows for the customization of everything from the screw
and plate caddy to the plating itself. All of these
benefits, allied with our reputation for quality products and superior
customer service, combine to create a ‘total solutions’ approach
to cranial fixation. It is with dedication and commitment that the
employees of Medtronic Neurosurgery have developed products of the
highest standard, and it is with great pride that we offer them to
the surgical community.
MacroPore™ Bioresorbable Fixation
A comprehensive bioresorbable product line comprised of implants
and accessories that serve craniomaxillofacial, neurosurgical,
and iliac crest reconstruction. The MacroPore implants are available
in the following polymer configuration:
- 70:30 Poly(L-lactide-co-D,L-lactide) retains 50% of its
strength after 12 months and resorbs within 18-36 months.
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MacroPore™
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INVISx™ |
INVISx™ 2-Sided Flap Fixation
The INVISx cranial fixation system brings some welcome simplicity
to the process of skull flap closure following a craniotomy.
The system consists of locks designed to fit within the
osteotomy gap
which are then easily locked into place via two reusable
tools. The first tool advances the cap down the stem of
the lock until
enough pressure has been applied to hold the flap in place.
The second tool trims the stem so that it is flush with
the top of the
cap. This screwless system reduces surgical time without
reducing flap closure strength. In addition, the injection-molded
locks are
radiolucent and therefore provide no interference with CT
or MR imaging. In sum, the utilization of superior materials,
along with
the time savings generated by the minimal steps required
for usage, combine to make the INVISx cranial fixation system
the logical choice
for skull flap closure.
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TiMesh® Titanium Closure
TiMesh® |
TiMesh 1.5/1.6 Titanium Cranial
Fixation Systems incorporate a great number of design benefits
specifically requested by
surgeons and surgical staff. These benefits include self-drilling
screws that eliminate the need for the pre-drilling of pilot
holes, and a two-part ergonomic handle assembly. Additionally, the titanium mesh cranioplasty
implants may be either shaped on the spot or, if the procedure
warrants, a pre-measured, cut, bent and shaped implant utilizing
CT scan data may be ordered in advance. Another benefit is the
design of the cranial fixation system tray itself. The modular
screw and plate caddy is compact and mobile, provides a stable
platform for screw engagement and offers capability for system
customization. |
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