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Aspen® MIS Fusion System

The Aspen System is a complete portfolio of spinous process fixation devices that offers a less invasive alternative to pedicle screws and facilitates interbody and posterior fusions.

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Robust Posterior Fixation

Designed to help optimize surgical results when implanting the Aspen MIS Fusion System.

System Features

The Aspen MIS Fusion System consists of a family of spinous process fixation devices designed for rigid, posterior fixation to promote fusion from T1 to S1.

Proven Efficacy

  • A randomized, controlled, multi-center clinical trial showed that the Aspen System could be a significantly faster and less invasive alternative to pedicle screw fixation in support of interbody fusion1.
  • Biomechanical testing has demonstrated comparable stability of the Aspen System to pedicle screw fixation in support of both TLIF and ALIF3,4.

Versatile Design

  • Spiked-plate design provides reliable bony fixation under both static and fatigue loading conditions.
  • The Z-shape of the Aspen implant allows it to contour to patient anatomy.
  • Integrated load sharing central barrel can retain 0.5cc to 3.0cc of bone graft material.

Comprehensive Offering

  • Includes a flared plate option with 45° angle at one end for anatomical fit for L5–S1.
  • Small footprint ensures easy positioning for varying patient anatomy from T1–S1.
  • Offset plate allows for optimal placement in the strongest bone of the spinous process.

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The Aspen System MIS Fusion System

06351US REV 04/17 (US)Download PDF

Additional Information

  • Contact Us

    USA: 720-894-9016

    To submit a complaint, please email SpineComplaints@zimvie.com

    10225 Westmoor Dr. Westminster, CO 80021 USA

    To obtain a copy of the current Instructions for Use (IFU) for full prescribing and risk information, please call 720-894-9016.

  • References

    1. Kim K, et al. Interspinous Process Fixation versus Pedicle Screw Fixation in Circumferential Fusion: Outcomes from a Prospective Randomized Multi-Center Trial. North American Spine Society (NASS) Annual Meeting, Oct 2016. Boston, MA. Podium Presentation.
    2. Data on File.
    3. Karahalios DG, et al. Biomechanics of a lumbar interspinous anchor with anterior lumbar interbody fusion. J Neurosurg Spine. 2010;12(4):372–380.
    4. Kaibara T, et al. Biomechanics of a lumbar interspinous anchor with transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion. World Neurosurg. 2010;(73)5:572–77.
    5. Fogel GR, Toohey JS, Neidre A, Brantigan JW. Fusion assessment of posterior lumbar interbody fusion using radiolucent cages: X-ray films and helical computed tomography scans compared with surgical exploration of fusion. Spine J. 2008;8:570–7.

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    Zimmer Biomet Spine, Inc.

    10225 Westmoor Dr.

    Westminster, CO 80021 USA