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S Spinal System
When used for this indication, screws of the S
intended for sacral/iliac attachment only. Hook and transverse
connectors of the system are intended for posterior thoracic and/
or lumbar use only. The levels of use for hook and sacral screw
fixation of this system are T1 to the sacrum.
Contraindications
Contraindications of the S
commercially available posterior spinal fixation systems of simi-
lar design and material. Contraindications include but are not
limited to the following:
1. Use in the cervical spine
2. Active systemic or local infection
3. Obesity
4. Pregnancy
5. Mental illness
6. Severe osteoporosis or osteopenia
7. Metal sensitivity/allergies to the implant material
8. Alcohol or drug abuse
9. Patients are unwilling or unable to follow postoperative in-
structions
10. Neuromuscular diseases/disorders
11. Soft tissue deficit not allowing wound closure
12. Any medical or physical condition that would preclude the
potential benefit of spinal implant surgery
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Spinal System are similar to other
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Spinal System are
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