Medtronic Releases New Spinal System

Medtronic plc’s spine division launched the CD Horizon Solera Voyager spinal system for minimally invasive procedures.

The technology now is available in countries around the world. The system expands upon the transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (TLIF) procedure by offering multiple, minimally invasive rod insertion options and enabling a seamless 3-D-navigated surgical experience. The announcement was made during the 22nd annual international Meeting on Advanced Spine Techniques in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

According to the company, with the CD Horizon Solera Voyager, surgeons have the flexibility to use either a percutaneous or Wiltse minimally invasive approach for rod insertion depending upon their preference. The system also features a low-profile, extended-tab screw with inner threading, which eases rod insertion and facilitates rod reduction. In addition, the system is part of Medtronic`s Surgical Synergy spinal platform—the most integrated portfolio of navigated surgical technologies—which seeks to minimize the operating room from interruption and constraints and gives surgeons the freedom to focus wholly on their patients.

“Medtronic is known for our life-changing innovations and groundbreaking technologies. That legacy—along with our broad portfolio and collaborative partnerships—enables us to truly make an impact on patient care,” said Doug King, president of the Spinal business and senior vice president of Medtronic. This system represents our commitment to take minimally invasive techniques and 3-D-navigated surgery even further and develop solutions with clinical and economic value.”

Medtronic`s Spinal business is based in Memphis, Tenn., and offers therapies for spinal, neurological, orthopaedic and oral maxillofacial conditions. 

Medtronic plc is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland.