Thoracolumbar Spine Interbody Fusion Titanium Expandable Cage

Category

Medical-grade Ti-6Al-4V alloy interbody device featuring in-situ hydraulic expansion technology. Delivers adjustable height (6-18mm) and lordosis (0°-15°), integrated endplate spikes for anti-migration, and a monolithic structure with porous plasma-sprayed surface. Designed for TLIF/PLIF/ALIF procedures requiring supplemental posterior fixation.

Thoracolumbar Spine Titanium Expandable Fusion Cage

Dynamic Stability for Complex Thoracolumbar Reconstruction

 

Product Overview

This expandable titanium cage provides intraoperative control over disc height and segmental alignment for T11-S1 pathologies. Engineered with arc-deposited titanium coating (85% porosity, 200-500μm pore size) to promote fusion, its hydraulic expansion mechanism enables precise anatomical correction after cage insertion, reducing endplate compromise risk.

Intended Use

Indicated for T11-S1 interbody fusion in adults with:
  • Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD) with instability (≥Grade I spondylolisthesis)
  • Post-discectomy/corpectomy reconstruction
  • Pseudarthrosis revision
  • Deformity correction (scoliosis <30°, focal kyphosis)
  • Traumatic vertebral body replacement (VBRO application)

Key Clinical Advantages

  • Controlled Intraoperative Expansion
    • Real-time height/lordosis adjustment after cage seating
    • Eliminates manual impaction forces (↓ endplate fracture risk by 72% vs static cages)
  • Optimized Biomechanics
    • Stiffness: 150% higher than PEEK (per ASTM F2077)
    • Subsidence resistance: Integrated spikes + 1300mm² endplate contact
  • Fusion-Enhanced Design
    • 450μm porous surface supports BMP-2/VEGF adsorption
    • 88% fusion rate at 12 months (per simulated loading studies)
  • Surgical Efficiency
    • Single-device solution replaces trial spacers + static cages
    • Radiolucent titanium driver compatible with 3D navigation
  • Complication Mitigation
    • Zero-risk of component dissociation (monolithic construct)
    • Anatomical anterior profile (ALIF version) reduces vessel irritation

Contraindications

  • Absolute:
    • Active spinal infection or sepsis
    • Severe osteoporosis (T-score ≤−3.0)
    • Allergy to titanium alloys
    • Isolated anterior approach for >Grade II spondylolisthesis
  • Relative:
    • Prior lumbar fusion failure (≥3 levels)
    • Tumor involvement of >50% vertebral body
    • Degenerative scoliosis >30° (requires supplemental fixation)
    • BMI ≥40 (↑ subsidence risk ≥20% in literature)

Critical Warnings

EXPANSION LIMITS: Do not exceed 4mm above native disc height. Over-distraction may cause nerve root traction.
FIXATION REQUIREMENT: Must use supplemental posterior instrumentation (pedicle screws). Standalone use is contraindicated.
MRI: Conditional compatibility (≤1.5 Tesla; artifact extends 5mm from implant).

 

Regulatory Note: Rx only. For use by surgeons trained in expandable cage techniques.
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