Alphatec Spine Introduces New Titanium-Coated PEEK Interbody Fusion System
12 Octobre 2015 - 11:21PM
First
Battalion™ Universal Spacer
System Surgical Case Completed in the U.S.
Alphatec Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq:ATEC), the parent company of
Alphatec Spine, Inc., a global provider of spinal fusion
technologies, announced today that the first surgical case
utilizing the Battalion Universal Spacer System in the U.S. has
been successfully completed. Battalion features
polyetheretherketone (PEEK) implants that are titanium-coated for
potential osseointegration. The Company will be showcasing
Battalion, as well as its portfolio of products at the upcoming
North American Spine Society (NASS) Annual Meeting being held at
McCormick Place West, Chicago, Illinois, from October 14th - 16th,
2015. Alphatec Spine will be located in booth number 1147.
Bret Abshire, M.D., a board-certified neurosurgeon specializing
in back and neck care in Temecula, California, successfully
utilized the Battalion Universal Spacer System through a
transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (TLIF) approach in a recent
surgical procedure. "Battalion provides a
major improvement over other interbody
systems available today," commented Dr. Abshire. "The
combination of using a PEEK cage, coated with titanium
results in a strong product offering unique conditions for
potential bone in-growth and improved patient outcomes. For
surgeons, the Battalion system features innovative instrumentation
for disc prep, access and implantation and
the ergonomic design provides enhanced tactile feel
and comfort throughout both dry and wet conditions
of surgery."
The comprehensive Battalion Universal Spacer System supports
spinal fusion procedures in skeletally mature patients with
degenerative disc disease. This unique system includes both
straight and curved implants for posterior lumbar interbody fusion
(PLIF) and TLIF, as well as upgraded instrumentation for posterior
disc preparation. All implants are coated with a thin layer
of titanium coating over PEEK and designed to resist migration
during the procedure. Battalion implants are available in a
wide variety of sizes to support varying patient anatomies and
surgeon needs. In addition, the Battalion instrument set was
thoughtfully designed to enhance the surgeon experience through
ergonomic instrumentation aimed at supporting procedural efficiency
and improving control throughout the insertion process.
A key example of this is the Battalion Inserter, which
features quick loading and unloading of the implant with a simple
180-degree turn.
“Battalion represents another milestone in the transformation of
our product portfolio and pipeline,” said Jim Corbett, President
and Chief Executive Officer of Alphatec Spine. “Battalion’s
next-generation titanium-coated implants and new instrumentation
was designed for surgeons who are looking to optimize their spinal
fusion procedures and enhance patient outcomes. Looking
forward, Battalion provides us with the opportunity to compete more
effectively in what we estimate to be a $1.5B global interbody
market.”
About Alphatec Spine
Alphatec Spine, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary
of Alphatec Holdings, Inc., is a global medical device company that
designs, develops, manufactures and markets spinal fusion
technology products and solutions for the treatment of spinal
disorders associated with disease and degeneration, congenital
deformities and trauma. The Company's mission is to improve lives
by delivering advancements in spinal fusion technologies. The
Company and its affiliates market products in the U.S. and
internationally via a direct sales force and independent
distributors.
Additional information can be found at
www.alphatecspine.com.
About the North American Spine Society
(NASS)
The North American Spine Society is a global
multidisciplinary medical society that utilizes education, research
and advocacy to foster the highest quality, ethical, value-based
and evidence-based spine care for patients. The society is
comprised of almost 9,000 members worldwide from disciplines
including orthopedic surgery, neurosurgery, physical medicine and
rehabilitation, pain management, physical/occupational therapy,
anesthesiology, radiology and other health care professionals
focused on the spine.
Additional information can be found at
www.nassannualmeeting.org.
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within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act
of 1995 that involve risks and uncertainty. Such statements are
based on management's current expectations and are subject to a
number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results
to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking
statements. Alphatec Spine cautions investors that there can be no
assurance that actual results or business conditions will not
differ materially from those projected or suggested in such
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Forward-looking statements include the Company's ability to achieve
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important factors that could cause actual operating results to
differ significantly from those expressed or implied by such
forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to; the
uncertainty of success in developing new products or products
currently in Alphatec Spine's pipeline within forecast timeframes,
or at all, including without limitation the products discussed in
this press release; failure to achieve acceptance of Alphatec
Spine's products by the surgeon community or hospitals, including
without limitation the products discussed in this press release;
whether the Battalion Universal Spacer System and its
features provide an improvement over systems available today;
Alphatec Spine's ability to develop and expand its U.S. and/or
global revenues; continuation of favorable pricing or third-party
payor reimbursement for procedures performed using Alphatec Spine's
products, including the products discussed in this press release;
unanticipated expenses or liabilities or other adverse events
affecting cash flow or Alphatec Spine's ability to successfully
control its costs or achieve profitability; uncertainty of
additional funding; Alphatec Spine's ability to compete with other
competing products and with emerging new technologies; product
liability exposure; an unsuccessful outcome in any material
litigation in which the Company is a defendant; patent infringement
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property. Please refer to the risks detailed from time to
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Form 10-K, as well as other filings on Form 10-Q and periodic
filings on Form 8-K. Alphatec Spine disclaims any intention or
obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements,
whether as a result of new information, future events, or
otherwise, unless required by law.
Investor/Media Contact:
Christine Zedelmayer
Investor Relations
Alphatec Spine, Inc.
(760) 494-6610
czedelmayer@alphatecspine.com
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