MEASURING NATURE UP TO PROJEKTY
  • IlioSacral autogenic Fusion

    • ISaF – IlioSacral Autogenic Fusion
      ISaF – ahead of its time in sacroiliac (SI) joint surgery

      ISaF (IlioSacral Autogenic Fusion), guided by the concept “autologous bone closer to nature”, perfectly aligns with the LfC philosophy “Measuring up to nature”. The refined design and implantation procedure of the 3D-Truss-Ti mesh implant enable filling of the joint space with autologous bone during self-tapping insertion, allowing the use of the best possible fusion material—the patient’s own bone. All stages—implant insertion, bone transport, and controlled compression—are performed sequentially using a single inserter.

      ISaF was developed to support the surgical treatment of various sacroiliac joint disorders, including inflammatory conditions and joint damage. The implant (screw-cage) consists of two threaded components manufactured using EBT (Electron Beam Technology) to enhance bony fusion through a spatial 3D-Truss-Ti structure (the so-called “ivy-like bone fusion mechanism – L.C.”). ISaF is the result of many years of clinical experience initiated with IIVC in 2001.

      ISaF+

      ISaF+ (IlioSacral Autogenic Fusion Plus) further develops the concept of autologous SI joint fusion while remaining fully consistent with the LfC philosophy “Measuring up to nature”. The optimized geometry of the 3D-Truss-Ti mesh implant increases biological potential and enables more effective interaction with the joint space during implantation. This solution intensifies the fusion process while maintaining high primary stability.

      ISaF+ is designed to support the surgical treatment of more demanding SI joint disorders, including chronic inflammation and instability under increased biomechanical loads. The implant (screw-cage), manufactured using EBT technology, features an enhanced 3D-Truss-Ti spatial structure that supports uniform load transfer and stable bone fusion. ISaF+ represents the next stage in the development of LfC sacroiliac systems, based on clinical experience originating with IIVC.

      Publications:
      BULLETIN No. 03/2020
      BULLETIN No. 02/2020

      The others about us:
      https://www.youtube.com/ISaF
      http://www.thespinemarketgroup.com/ISaF/

      • Functions

        • surgical treatment of sacroiliac (SI) joint disorders
        • stabilization and fusion of the SI joint
        • use of patient’s own autologous bone to support fusion
        • controlled distraction and compression during implantation

      • Advantages

        • autologous bone fusion concept – “closer to nature”
        • porous 3D Truss-Ti structure enhancing biological fusion
        • combined screw and cage benefits in a single implant
        • controlled compression creating a bone collar for stronger fusion
        • high primary stability with efficient load transfer

         

    Implantation description „in situ” & technology

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    At the end of the 20th century, technologies stemming from aero-space engineering opened a world of new possibilities in 3D spatial architecture. LfC managed to transmit this space technology to the field of spinal implants. Electron beam melting (EBT-Electron Beam Technology) of Ti-alloy powder with temperatures over 2000 deg. C in a vacuum chamber -that is the essence of technology used to create a new generation of 3D-implants. Apart from the structure itself, which favors bone ingrowth within the spatial cells, the implant’s design enables an accelerated osteointegration mechanism reducing fusion time by 40-50 percent and more. This new phenomenon was studied and called „Ivy-like mechanism, L.C.” as a metaphor for the natural growth process of ivy, which climbs along the specially made rough surface of truss design.

    Publications:
    Ciupik L.F., Kierzkowska A., Cęcek J., Pieniążek J. Sterna J., Cieślik-Górna M. The use of incremental technology to produce 3D-Truss Ti6Al4V implants which improves the spinal treatment effectiveness. Key Engineering Materials; 2016; 687: 179-184.

    Ciupik L.F., Kierzkowska A. Technology-biomechanical evaluation of metal biomaterials derived by layer technology. Engineering of Biomaterials; 2010; 93: 14-18.

    Poster: Innovative 3D-Ti-Printing in a Worldwide spinal surgery

    Dobrze dobrany implant stabilizujący jest zaprojektowany w celu zachowania funkcji biomechanicznych tylko w tych przypadkach, w których po chirurgicznym przygotowaniu następuje zrost kostny oraz przejęcie tych funkcji przez system mięśniowo-szkieletowy. Przeciwwskazania do stosowania podano w „Ogólnej Instrukcji Użytkowania Systemu Kręgosłupowego DERO”. Procedura wszczepienia stabilizatora zarezerwowana jest dla specjalistów - chirurgów kręgosłupowych - przeszkolonych w zakresie stosowania tego implantu. Główne etapy procedury są przedstawione wyłącznie w celach poglądowych. Technika zastosowana w każdym indywidualnym przypadku zawsze zależeć będzie od osądu medycznego chirurga wykonującego zabieg w celu ustalenia jak najlepszego sposobu leczenia każdego pacjenta. Prezentowane instrumentarium powinno być stosowane zgodnie ze wskazaniami zawartymi w „Podstawowej Instrukcji Użytkowania Systemu Kręgosłupowego DERO”. Proszę zapoznać się z instrukcją obsługi zawierającą kompletną listę wskazówek, ostrzeżeń, środków ostrożności i innych informacji medycznych.