S4® Element
Posterior Thoracolumbar Stabilization System
The S4® Element Spine System is a low profile and innovative thoracolumbar pedicle fixation system designed to address complex posterior pathologies. It includes an open and a minimal invasive instrument module. The streamlined design and easy-to-use instrumentation provide a minimal learning curve and easier transition to MIS.
The S4® Element system is a top-loading low profile pedicle screw system that offers a broad selection of implants and instruments that are designed to meet the surgeons demand for a quicker yet simpler surgical procedure. The pedicle screw features a sophisticated pressure vessel locking design capable of delivering biomechanical stability while maintaining an ultra-low profile.
Features
Implants
- Small implant volume
- Maximize screw head range of motion.
- Reduce the risk of facet and soft tissue impingement.
- Patented interlocking thread design
- Minimize splaying of screw body.
- Pressure vessel technology
- Transfer energy throughout the polyaxial screw construct transforming it into a solid monoaxial construct, achieving maximum construct stability.
- Undercut thread design
- Help eliminate cross threading by directing the force inward, improving force transmission and efficiency throughout the rod-screw construct.
- Augmentation screws
- Cement distribution through side slots.
- Both augmentation screws and injection cannula are single sterile packed.
- Optimal implant fit
- Wide variety of connector implant sizes and styles enable compatibility with varying patient anatomies.
Instruments
- Operational Simplicity
- S4® Element offers intuitive, streamlined instrumentation to facilitate efficiency in the OR workflow.
- Slim Profile Technology
- Slim profile of instruments allows for a smaller incision and easy instrument manipulation in tight anatomical spaces, while the low profile screw reduces anatomical impingement.
- Minimal Surgical Conversion Risk
- Rescue technique and instrumentation help to reduce risk of converting to an open procedure during MIS.
Indication
Thoracolumbar spine stabilization in cases of:
Fractures, dislocation, degenerative instability, post-discectomy syndrome, spondylolisthesis, post-trauma instability and tumors.
S4® Element MIS
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Videos
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Endoscopic Rod Passage Technique by Dr. Peyman Pakzaban
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Screw Recapture by Dr. Peyman Pakzaban
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