Laminoplasty was first performed by hinging the bone open and holding it in place with a piece of bone...
DePuy Synthes MOUNTAINEER™ Laminoplasty Spine System
DePuy Synthes MOUNTAINEER™ Laminoplasty Spine System has designed the ideal plate for the laminoplasty procedure. The system has been designed for ease of surgeon use, with multiple configurations of plates to better match patient anatomy, and allows for increased stability with the ability to supplement with redundant fixation and bony augmentation. The procedure is done through a posterior midline approach to the cervical spine. This implant allows the maintenance of neck motion without the risk of instability while effectively relieving pressure on the spine.
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