These devices are composed of Poly (L-Lactic Acid) - the screw is gradually absorbed and eventually disappears. According to the manufacturer, they have a long-term absorption rate which ensures secure graft fixation throughout the healing process.
read full descriptionThese devices are manufactured from lactosorb resorbable copolymer which, according to the manufacturer, maintains almost all its mechanical strength throughout the healing process with degredation from 9–15 months.
read full descriptionThe Engager is delivered via a transapical catheter for the treatment of severe aortic stenosis in patients who are unsuitable for surgical valve replacement. The device has CE approval. The valve is composed of a nitinol frame and bovine tissue leaflets. CE clearance follows the...
read full descriptionThe Global Tissue Sparing (GTS) primary hip stem is a short uncemented hip stem intended to spare bone and possibly soft tissue. In an early series of 81 stems in 80 patients, there was one calcar fracture and no loosening at a mean of 16 months (6 to 24 months). Reference: Morales...
read full descriptionThe Cool-tip RF Ablation System E Series is Covidien's latest (as at March 2013) addition to the Cool-tip range. The device uses an electrode with a closed circuit of cooled saline to cool the electrode tip and prevent charring. The system is impedance controlled and CE marked....
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