The initial findings of the DYNORFUSE study provide evidence of a shorter operating time and lower blood loss with dynamic stabilization compared to a fusion technique.
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ulrich medical presented preliminary results from a study on this topic in Helsinki
Ulm, October 2019. “To fuse or not to fuse?” – This is the question that has long divided spinal surgery into two camps, with experts around the world discussing this contentious issue. The preliminary results of the DYNORFUSE study demonstrate that under certain conditions, dynamic stabilization shows promise of a similar outcome compared to fusion. Given the timeliness of this topic, ulrich medical, an internationally successful provider of spinal implants, focused on dynamic stabilization (non-fusion) at this year’s EUROSPINE in Helsinki.
Under the slogan “To fuse or not to fuse?”, the Ulm-based medical technology manufacturer prominently staged its dynamic spinal system cosmicMIA, which was used in the DYNORFUSE study as an alternative treatment to completely rigid stabilization. The special, rotation-stable joint concept with a tried and tested pedicle screw technique is easy for the surgeons to use. The additional BONIT® coating on the screws aids both ingrowth and secondary stabilization.
“We are very pleased that our dynamic cosmicMIA system has also been proven by the clinical results of the DYNORFUSE study and that this is an important and positive contribution to the discourse on the effectiveness of non-fusion techniques”, explained Christoph Ulrich, Managing Partner of ulrich medical, about the thematic focus of their trade show appearance. The special focus of the trade fair was topped off by an animation that cleverly gets to the heart of the topic as well as on-site experts who presented to the trade professionals and answered their questions.
A strong partner in spinal surgery
With the thematic focus on the current discussion about fusion or non-fusion, ulrich medical, as an exhibitor at EUROSPINE, once again underscored its very strong position as an internationally successful provider of spinal systems for both indications. Thus the fusion system uCentum for thoracolumbar care and the neon3 cervical system for the cervical spine were presented in the trade fair at the same time.
About the DYNORFUSE study*
“Lumbar dynamic pedicle-based stabilization versus fusion in degenerative disease: Preliminary results of the DYNORFUSE prospective randomized trial” is the official title of the DYNORFUSE study led by Prof. Dr. Bernhard Meyer, Director of the Neurosurgery Clinic of the Technical University of Munich at the Klinikum rechts der Isar hospital, which has the objective of making the discussion around fusion or non-fusion in spinal surgery more objective through clinical research, and establishing empirically valid evidence. The open-label randomized multicenter study directly compares, for the first time and on the basis of strict criteria, reinforcing stabilization (fusion) with dynamic stabilization (non-fusion) in patients with degenerative lumbar spine changes. By the end of 2018, initial findings already confirmed that, for this indication, dynamic stabilization achieved similar results compared to fusion in relation to factors such as pain level, patient satisfaction and the evaluation of health-related quality of life. The shorter operating time (19 percent), the lower blood loss (25 percent) and the obtained (residual) mobility of the spine were particularly impressive and contributed to a higher level of patient satisfaction.
*Source: Meyer B, Thomé C, Vajkoczy P, Ringel F. Lumbar dynamic pedicle-based stabilization versus fusion in degenerative disease: Preliminary results of the DYNORFUSE prospective randomized trial. Eur Spine J (2018) 27(11). 2925. doi: 10.1007/s00586-018-5770-2
About ulrich medical
Since its foundation as a family company in 1912, ulrich medical has developed, manufactured and distributed innovative medical technology products. Doctors and users worldwide trust in the more than 100 years of expertise. As one of the few companies in this sector, the Ulm-based company places great value in “Made in Germany” and develops and manufactures its products in Germany.ulrich medical specialises in two product categories: spinal systems and contrast-medium injectors. The Spinal Systems Division develops and produces implants made mostly of titanium and successfully markets them worldwide. They are used in cases of injury or disease affecting the entire spine. In the field of contrast media injectors for CT and MRI, ulrich medical supplies specially developed solutions that reliably support radiologists in the field of modern diagnostic imaging. Their user friendliness, outstanding quality and proven hygienic safety make them essential aids in routine clinical practice.
