The Anterior Tension Band (ATB) System is a comprehensive set of implants and instruments designed for anterior stabilization of the lumbar spine. The Anterior Tension Band System is a low-profile anterior plating system that can be used from L1 to S1.

Key Features & Benefits

• Anatomically designed plates
• Lumbar and Sacral Plates
• One and two level plates
• Pre-lordosed
• Low profile construct (3.5 mm)
• Smooth surface
• One-step locking screws
• Screw position near endplates allows for posterior instrumentation (if necessary)

Indications

The Synthes Anterior Tension Band System is indicated for use via the lateral or anterolateral surgical approach above the bifurcation of the great vessels, or via the anterior surgical approach below the bifurcation of the great vessels.

This system is indicated in the treatment of lumbar and lumbosacral (L1–S1) spine instability as a result of:

• Fracture (including dislocation and subluxation)
• Tumor
• Degenerative disc disease (defined as back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies)
• Pseudoarthrosis
• Spondylolysis
• Spondylolisthesis
• Scoliosis
• Lordotic deformities of the spine
• Spinal stenosis
• Failed previous spine surgery