The Titanium Anterior Thoracolumbar Locking Plate System allows direct compression across the graft site and provides stable fixation of the anterior column of the spine. This system permits immediate stability with direct spinal cord decompression, for rapid mobilization of patients.

Key Features & Benefits

• Made of AO Commercially Pure (CP) titanium for MRI and tissue compatibility
• Plate is precontoured to conform to the shape of the anatomy
• Screws are triangulated for improved resistance to construct pullout
• Screws are countersunk into the plate to provide a low profile
• Screws incorporate a machine thread section which locks the screw to the plate to prevent backout
• Plates and screws are available in a wide variety of sizes to accommodate variations in anatomy
• Self-tapping screws have a cancellous pitch
• Simple instrumentation facilitates implantation
• The plate is placed anterolaterally through a standard thoracotomy, thoracoabdominal or retroperitoneal approach, depending on the involved level.

Indications

The Synthes Anterior Spinal Plate System is intended for use in stabilizing

• Anterior decompression and bone grafting burst fractures
• Vertebrectomy and vertebral body replacement in tumor patients
• Anterior fusion following failed posterior lumbar surgery
• Anterior fusion following severe disc degeneration
• The plate is indicated for T10 through L5