Lanx, Inc. introduces Concero Facet Screw System for spinal fusion

Lanx, Inc. announced the launch of the Concero Facet Screw System at the American Association of Neurological Surgeons Annual Meeting in Denver. The Concero system is a minimally invasive fixation alternative to pedicle screws, intended to stabilize the spine during fusion procedures at single or multiple levels from L1 to S1 through bilateral immobilization of the facet joints, according to a company press release.

The system is available in multiple lengths and diameters, and in both cannulated and non-cannulated versions with customized instrumentation. The system also has a toothed washer for improved bone fixation and a lag screw design for secure compression, eliminating the need for external compression mechanisms.

“The new Concero facet screw is an important enhancement to the Lanx fusion product suite and has been receiving positive feedback from surgeons,” Dan Gladney, chief executive officer of Lanx, stated in the release. “The customizable system lends itself to many minimally invasive applications, both as stand-alone fixation and as part of larger fixation constructs, reinforcing our commitment to developing simple, intuitive implants and instrumentation that increase options for surgeons and improve care for their patients.”

The Concero system can be used in combination with other fixation devices in surgical cases in need of additional motion restriction. Recent biomechanical testing shows the Lanx Aspen Spinous Process Fixation System coupled with Concero facet screws demonstrates overall stability and range-of-motion comparable with the Aspen device coupled with pedicle screws, and the Concero system construct may be a less invasive fixation method, according to the release.