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kyphon assist™
more control
more height more confidence

Directional cannula to provide precise1 balloon placement and inflation for balloon kyphoplasty procedures

innovation that
adds up

For over 20 years, Medtronic has been dedicated to the treatment of painful vertebral compression fractures (VCFs). 
That dedication has led to continued advances in the BKP procedure.

From more powerful inflatable bone tamps to the ability to reduce radiation exposure, Medtronic continues to advance the therapy by providing directional cannula compared to standard cannulas.2,3

Balloon Kyphoplasty Solutions

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Benefits

76% more
control

When compared to standard access cannulas,4 the Kyphon Assist™ can redirect 76% of the IBT volume in the intended direction. 
The Kyphon Assist™ can be used with any size of IBT, allowing flexibility for procedural goals and anatomic considerations. It comes in the familiar One-Step™ Xpander™ access and can be exchanged as needed for more accurate balloon placement. Kyphon Assist™ can also be used to correct access trajectory without retracting and repositioning your access needle.

76 more control
37 more height

37% more
height

Kyphon Assist™ can increase the directional height of an inflatable bone tamp (IBT) by 37% more height when compared to IBTs used with standard access cannulas4 for more height restoration potential. 

more
confidence

The Kyphon Assist™ also provides the ability to inflate away from the lateral walls and endplate defects, providing more control and confidence in balloon kyphoplasty procedures.

more confidence

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Fill in the following form for access to BKP and Kyphon Assist™ content, such as clinical studies about:

  • Reducing Mortality Risk with BKP
  • Improving Height Restoration and Quality of Life
  • Reaching New Heights with Kyphon Assist™

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BKP SOLUTIONS

KYPHON ASSIST™ CLINICAL BENEFITS

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Kyphon Assist™  Surgical Technique iPDF

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Kyphon Assist™  A5 DIGITAL BROCHURE

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References:

  1. Medtronic internal report ETR 31101239 - Size 2 and Size 3 Scoop Cannula Beta Test - Revision A”
  2. Medtronic internal report 31101239 - Assessment of Kyphon Assist (Scoop) Cannula’s Directionality Capabilities, Revision A
  3. Medtronic internal report 31101211 - Scoop Directional Cannula Beta SUT Testing
  4. Medtronic internal report 30101148 - R - Kyphon Assist Directional Cannula Simulated Use Test Report


See the device manual for detailed information regarding the instructions for use, indications, contraindications, warnings, precautions, and potential adverse events. For further information, contact your local Medtronic representative and/or consult the Medtronic website at medtronic.eu