Kyphon Express II Balloon Kyphoplasty Platform (Prod 150127)

Kyphon Express II Balloon Kyphoplasty Platform for the treatment of vertebral compression fractures (VCF). The new platform features a maximum pressure rating of 700 psi, providing the treating physician a more powerful option for reducing fractures. The new system also gives physicians the option of using the cement resistant technique, which allows one balloon to remain inflated during contralateral cement fill, helping to maintain the goal of fracture reduction. In addition, this system includes an expanded tools portfolio that is more versatile, allowing for the treatment of a variety of different levels of the spine.” The new system includes new features designed to increase the efficiency and precision of delivering bone cement into a vertebral body. The re-designed cement cartridges can be filled simultaneously with a provided T-adapter, increasing procedure efficiency.” In addition, “the system has longer shelf life for enhanced usability.” “The [system] “continues to allow the physician to deliver highly viscous bone cement to the patient from up to 4 feet away from the radiation source while maintaining tactile feel. It also still includes a Quick Release Button that provides the ability to halt the flow of bone cement on demand, giving the physician precise control over the amount of cement flow,” continued the company statement.