Cervical vertebral implants
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2024
Implant released for cervical and upper thoracic spine without repeated surgery
In early August 2024, an implant was presented for the treatment of the cervical and upper thoracic spine without repeated operations. Regulators have awarded the company's Europa device MiRus breakthrough technology status based on unprecedented clinical trial results. More here
Makhaon traction table for the treatment of spinal diseases presented in Russia
On August 1, 2024, an innovative Makhaon traction table was presented in Russia, designed to treat spinal diseases. The development of this medical device was carried out by specialists of the Novosibirsk State Technical University NETI within the framework of the Priority 2030 program of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of Russia. Read more here.
Performing complex spinal surgery with a robotic surgeon
In early June 2024, a research team at the University of Hong Kong unveiled a groundbreaking development of robotic spinal surgery. Since October 2023, the team has successfully performed complex spinal surgeries involving a robot surgeon in twenty patients. Read more here.
The world's first device for spinal surgery in children with diastematomyelia has been created in Russia
On February 20, 2024 G.I. Turner National Medical Research Center for Pediatric Traumatology and Orthopedics Ministry of Health , the Russian Federation announced the development of the world's first device for operations on the spine children with. diastematomyelia The product for which the patent was obtained was called "Individual navigation guide for performing osteotomy of vertebral arches during the removal of diasthemomyelia." More. here
2023
World's first miniature 4K camera released to help surgeons during spinal surgeries
On August 15, 2023, Viseon announced the world's first miniature imaging system for minimally invasive spinal surgery. The device is called MaxView 4K. Read more here.
The use of dual neural bypass technology has begun, which restores movement and sensitivity in paralyzed
On July 28, 2023, specialists from the Feinstein Institute for Medical Research Northwell Health announced the performance of a unique operation using dual neural bypass technology, which made it possible to restore hand movements and sensitivity in a paralyzed patient.
The operation was carried out by 45-year-old Keith Thomas (Keith Thomas) from Massapequa in New York State. In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, he suffered a serious spinal injury while studying in the pool. As a result, the man was completely paralyzed from the chest and below. Thanks to the procedure, Thomas again found the opportunity to control his hands, as well as feel touched.
At the initial stage, doctors, through functional magnetic resonance imaging, accurately identified the brain regions responsible for both hand movement and tactile sensations. During the 15-hour operation, surgeons then implanted five small microarrays into Thomas' brain, forming a dual neural bypass system. In fact, an electronic bridge has been created that allows the brain to exchange information with other parts of the body.
When a paralyzed man thinks about squeezing his hand, signals from the implants arrive at the computer, where they are processed using artificial intelligence algorithms. The computer then sends pulses to flexible non-invasive electrodes that are superimposed over the spine and in the forearm muscle region. Such stimulation causes the hand to move. At the same time, tiny sensors at the fingertips and palm send information about touch and pressure to the sensory region of the brain, which allows you to return tactile sensations. Researchers hope that in the future, the new technology will help many paralyzed people find the opportunity to move again.[1]
In Russia, developed a device for better replacement of defects during operations on the spine
On June 15, 2023, scientists of the Novosibirsk Research Institute of Traumatology and Orthopedics (NIITO) named after Ya. L. Tsivyan created and patented a device for processing a bone transplant to replace spinal defects. This device will speed up the rehabilitation of patients during operations on the spine. Read more here.
Moscow National Medical Research Center of Traumatology and Orthopedics bought a robot for the treatment of the spine
In June 2023, the R.R. Vreden National Medical Research Center for Traumatology and Orthopedics of the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation announced the use of the Robospine robotic system from McBrothers for the non-surgical treatment of the spine in patients with various diseases. Read more here.
In Russia, mastered digital spinal navigation for the treatment of tumors of the spinal column
Doctors of the Department of Neuro-Oncology of the National Medical Research Center of Oncology (Rostov-on-Don) mastered and introduced into practice an innovative technology for the treatment of spinal column tumors - digital spinal navigation. The press service of the institution announced this on May 18, 2023. Read more here.
Implants for the lumbar spine have been developed in Russia, which successfully replace imported analogues
At the end of March 2023, the Don State Technical University (DSTU) reported on metal implants (cages) developed by university specialists intended for the lumbar spine. Read more here.
Robot released to monitor operations on the lumbar spine
On March 16, 2023, private medical technology company Accelerus introduced the Remi robotic navigation system, designed for use in performing minimally invasive surgical procedures on the spine. Read more here.
The first 3D-printer implants for the spine were registered in Russia
Startup Pozvonoq (a joint venture of the North-West Nanocenter and Orthoinvest Group of Companies) has registered the first 3D-printer implants for the spine in Russia. This was reported on February 16, 2023 in the press service of the Foundation for Infrastructure and Educational Programs (FIOP). Read more here.
2022
Artificial stem cells implanted in the spine for the first time in the world
At the end of October 2022, in Japan, doctors from Keio University underwent the first surgery in the world to implant induced stem cells in the spine. The operation was successful - the patient feels good.
Scientists did not disclose the diagnosis of the participant in the experiment, his gender and age. It is only known that the person had previously received a spinal injury. During the operation, about 2 million artificial stem cells were implanted under general anesthesia, the total volume of suspension poured into the spine was 0.02 ml. She was injected under general anesthesia directly into the epicenter of the damage.
IPS cells are cells with induced pluripotency, from which any cell of an adult organism can be obtained. Thus, IPS cells have opened up new prospects in the treatment of many diseases caused by pathological organ changes, and in tissue bioengineering in the laboratory. The widespread introduction of IPS cells into clinical practice was preceded by years of research, primarily for their genetic stability.
The patient's condition is closely monitored by doctors, as well as specialists from the Independent Data Monitoring Committee. Three months after the operation, the committee ruled that the experiment should be continued and it is completely safe for patients.
Artificial stem cells are obtained by epigenetic programming from an adult by growing. Scientists in October 2022 already know how to grow cells of epithelium, muscles, blood. The first transplantation operations of such cells began in mid-2000, but have not yet become massive. Spinal cord injuries by implantation into the spine of induced stem cells are carried out for the first time in the world.[2]
Stryker launches 3D-printed implant to create fixed connection between vertebrae
On October 4, 2022, Stryker announced the launch of the Monterey AL system, designed for anterior lumbar interbody endoprosthesis. The implant is the latest addition to the portfolio of 3D-printed interbody devices. Read more here.
A unique technology for fixing the spine has been created in Russia
In September 2022, it became known that a unique technology for fixing the spine was created in Russia. She significantly reduces rehabilitation.
A new method of stabilizing the spine in degenerative diseases, for example, osteochondrosis, intervertebral hernia or protrusion, was presented by doctors of the capital's spinal neurosurgical center of the city clinical hospital No. 67 named after L.A. Vorokhobov. Doctors were the first in Russia to propose a unique way to fix dynamic implants, which makes it possible to exclude their displacement and expand the range of use. It consists in forming a special bone bed for the implant and fixing it in it in an original way.
 | Moscow neurosurgeons were the first in Russia to present and successfully apply a new technique for stabilizing the spine in degenerative diseases. This is, for example, osteochondrosis, intervertebral hernia or protrusion. The period of rehabilitation of patients from three to four months has dropped to three to four weeks, "said Anastasia Rakova, Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Social Development. |  |
The head of the spinal center, neurosurgeon Dmitriy Dzukaev, noted that the new technique was developed on the basis of an interdisciplinary training center for innovative surgical technologies in conditions as close as possible to real ones.
| | The development and implementation of this original technology for the treatment of degenerative diseases of the spine became possible thanks to the mayor's grant program and cooperation with the Moscow Center for Innovative Technologies in Healthcare. The technique has proven its effectiveness and today it is successfully used in practice at the Moscow Spinal Center, he added. | |
Neurosurgeons of the Moscow Spinal Neurosurgical Center by September 2022 are also developing a domestic import-substituting fixative implant that will become the best in its class. At the same time, all the weaknesses of foreign analogues will be taken into account.[3]
In Russia, the production of smart tables for the treatment of spinal injuries is launched
At the end of September 2022, the Novosibirsk State Technical University (NSTU) presented an industrial model of a robotic traction table - which has no direct analogues in Russia of a smart device for rehabilitation after diseases and injuries of the spine. The product is ready for serial production, said Alexey Tsygulin, project manager, associate professor of the Department of Design of Technological Machines and the Department of Theoretical and Applied Informatics. Read more here.
Stryker introduced a device for any spinal surgery
On September 27, 2022, Stryker introduced the Q Guidance for any spinal surgery, which is integrated with Spine Guidance software to enhance surgical planning and navigation capabilities. Read more here.
Russia has developed the first domestic spinal metal structure for children
Russia In developed the first domestic spinal metal structure for children, which became known in August 2022. We are talking about the joint development of the company "" and Medin-Ural specialists. G.I. Turner Pediatric Traumatology and Orthopedics More. here
Medtronic released software to plan spinal surgeries and predict their outcomes
On July 14, 2022, Medtronic released a new version of UNiD's Spine Analyzer software, which developers say not only helps surgeons draw up an action plan for complex spinal surgeries, such as correcting deformities and degeneration of the spine, but also predicts the patient's response to surgery in the months that follow. Read more here
Augmented Reality System Market Entry for Spinal Surgery
In mid-June 2022, Novarad released the VisAR spinal surgery system, which uses augmented reality to superimpose a navigation plan directly on the patient's body. The system relies exclusively on finished AR equipment, which significantly reduces its cost. Read more here.
Medtronic has released a system to enlarge ligaments on the spine due to various pathologies
On June 21, 2022 , Medtronic released a system to enlarge ligaments on the spine due to various pathologies. The device is called LigaPASS 2.0 and is an assortment of tape connectors for rear thoracolumbal fixation, specially adapted to clinical requirements. Read more here.
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