Irix-A represents the latest generation of X-spine lumbar fusion technology, according to the company. Incorporating state-of-the-art biomaterials and manufacturing processes, Irix-A combines a polymer body with an integrated titanium ring for added strength and durability, a titanium plasma coating of bone-apposing surfaces and a resilient locking mechanism for screw fixation. Irix-A is implanted in an anterior approach at one or two contiguous levels of the lumbosacral spine (L2-S1 inclusive).
Irix-A is the second addition to the Irix integrated interbody device family following Irix-C Cervical Integrated Fusion System. The integrated titanium ring in the Irix systems has been tested as providing two times the torsional strength compared to standard polyether ether ketone implants.
“Irix-A strengthens the standalone interbody market through proprietary technology,” said David Kirschman, M.D., president and CEO of X-spine. “X-spine first launched titanium plasma coated implants in 2011, and will continue to expand product offerings with these technologies. The titanium plasma coating serves to improve resistance to device expulsion.”
Based in Miamisburg, Ohio, X-spine develops spinal disease treatment products. The company is exhibiting Irix-A and its complete line of spinal devices and biologics during the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Annual Meeting in Las Vegas, Nev., March 25-28. Irix-A can be found in booth 5052.