Deployable Euler Spiral Connectors (DESC) for Spinal Fusion ID: 2022-023
An innovative spinal fusion device capable of expanding post-implantation to support minimally invasive surgical approaches.
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Technology Overview
The Deployable Euler Spiral Connectors (DESC) is a groundbreaking medical device designed for spinal fusion surgeries, capable of expanding 225% in height post-implantation. Constructed from a titanium alloy using a laser-sintering process, it combines high strength with a lightweight structure suitable for supporting physiological loads. Its unique design and compliant mechanisms allow for precise adjustments in spinal curvature, offering a new level of versatility and effectiveness in spinal fusion surgeries.
Key Advantages
- Significant expansion capability post-implantation (225% in height)
- Enables minimally invasive surgical approaches
- High strength-to-weight ratio using titanium alloy (Ti6Al4V)
- Adjustable for precise spinal curvature corrections
Problems Addressed
- Limitations in adjustability of conventional spinal fusion cages
- Risks associated with traditional, invasive spinal surgery methods
- Challenges in achieving precise spinal curvature or lordotic angle adjustments
Market Applications
- Hospital and clinical settings for enhanced precision in ultrasound neuromodulation treatments
- Integration within MRI systems for real-time adjustment of acoustic fields during treatments
- Potential expansion to diagnostic applications, such as measuring the spatial extent of brain tumors
Additional Information
Technology ID: 2022-023
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Date Published: 28 March, 2025
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