LEESBURG, Va.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–K2M, Inc., a spinal
device company developing innovative solutions for the treatment of complex
spinal pathologies and minimally invasive procedures, today announced it will
introduce five new products at the North American Spine Society (NASS) 26th
Annual Meeting, November 2-5 in Chicago,
building on the momentum of four additional product releases in the past month.
Since its acquisition by leading private equity firm Welsh,
Carson, Anderson & Stowe one year ago, K2M has continued to steadily meet a
series of aggressive strategic goals toward becoming a global leader in the
spinal industry, including the rapid growth of its product portfolio to address
the full spectrum of spinal pathologies.
K2M is also expanding its reach through a combination of
pioneering approaches, from establishing local training office facilities in
key U.S.
markets to recent senior hires to support rapid global expansion. In addition
to its presence in the United States,
the company now has direct offices in the UK
and Germany,
and continues to enter new international markets at a rate of 1-2 countries per
quarter.
“K2M is experiencing unprecedented growth as we deliver on
our commitment to being a leader in the global spine market. Seven years ago at
the NASS conference in Chicago,
we launched our first product and K2M is thrilled to be announcing nine new
products and demonstrating such robust growth in the place where it all began,”
stated Eric Major, K2Ms President and CEO.
New technologies introduced at the meeting will build upon
K2Ms proven track record as a leader in the complex and minimally invasive
approaches to the spine, as well as deliver on the companys commitment to
offering solutions for the full spectrum of spinal pathologies. Highlights from
K2M during NASS will include:
- Launch of the EVEREST® Degenerative Spinal System, a
top-loading pedicle screw system featuring the ability to accommodate titanium
and CoCr rods of two different diameters and a screw thread pitch designed to
maximize both osteoporotic and dense bone fixation. - Launch of the CHESAPEAKE® Anterior-Lumbar Stabilization
System, a unique interbody device designed for stabilization of the spine
through an anterior approach. Manufactured from both biocompatible PEEK polymer
and titanium, CHESAPEAKE Anterior-Lumbar allows for anterior stabilization and
fixation with a zero-profile design and features K2Ms revolutionary tifix® Locking
Technology. - Debut of the ALEUTIAN® Transforaminal-Lumbar (TLIF) II
Interbody System, with a full range of unique bulleted PEEK interbodies for
posterior lumbar applications. The ALEUTIAN TLIF II will include the Adjustable
Inserter, which allows for variable angulation of the implant from 0° to 55°
in-situ, helping the surgeon to insert the TLIF implant with precision and
ease. - Debut of the ALEUTIAN® Anatomically-Narrow (AN) Oblique
Interbody System, one of the latest additions to the ALEUTIAN family of
products. With a full range of unique and anatomically designed PEEK
Interbodies for oblique implant placement through a transforaminal-lumbar
approach, ALEUTIAN AN Oblique offers innovative instrumentation that helps
facilitate more efficient intraoperative use of the system. - Debut of the SERENGETI® Complex Spine Minimally Invasive
System, bringing K2Ms focus on complex spine and minimally invasive together
into one system by providing surgeons the ability to address deformity, trauma,
and tumor, while promoting tissue preservation. The system features next
generation instrumentation to perform controlled reduction, manipulation, and
above skin compression and distraction using the revolutionary SERENGETI
Retractor. - Showcasing of the CHESAPEAKE Cervical-Ti Stabilization
System, a multi-screw titanium construct providing stability to the anterior
column, while reducing the need for supplemental fixation in the cervical
spine. Featuring the revolutionary tifix Locking Technology, the system
exemplifies advances in the new and innovative instrumentation and the
technology required to achieve fusion. - Showcasing of the PYRENEES® Translational Cervical Plate
System, characterized by a unidirectional ratchet mechanism at each level to
allow for controlled settling of the patients anatomy. Featuring tifix Locking
Technology, the system does not require an additional locking mechanism, as
each screw head forms an autogenic lock to the plate upon insertion. - Showcasing of the RAVINE® Lateral Access System, a dual flat
blade platform for a true muscle splitting transpsoas approach that offers
rigid fixation to the spine and an option for both a third and fourth blade.
K2M’s lateral access system represents an innovative design departure from the
tubular retractors, while providing tremendous adaptability to both patient
anatomy and surgeon technique. - Showcasing of the ALEUTIAN® Lateral Interbody System.
Designed to work in concert with the RAVINE Lateral Access System, ALEUTIAN
Lateral provides anterior column support, bridging the disc space, and includes
a full line of instrumentation designed specifically for the far lateral
transpsoas approach.
About K2M
K2M, Inc. is an innovative spinal device company committed to the research,
development, and commercialization of simplified solutions for the treatment of
complex spinal pathologies and minimally invasive procedures. The company is
recognized as a worldwide leader in providing unique technologies for the
treatment of deformity, degenerative, trauma, and tumor spinal patients. K2Ms
complete portfolio of next generation products includes: spinal stabilization
systems, minimally invasive systems, and other advancing technologies such as
motion preservation, annular repair, and nucleus replacement. Additional
information is available online at www.K2M.com.