This is a procurement-oriented overview for distributors, hospitals, and clinics evaluating neuro, spine & cranial devices. In the spine, pedicle screw and rod systems provide rigid fixation to stabilize segments, correct alignment, or support fusion. As a medical device manufacturer, INVAMED develops technologies in this area; the information here is educational and not medical advice.
Background: Neurosurgical Fixation and Spinal Decompression
In the spine, pedicle screw and rod systems provide rigid fixation to stabilize segments, correct alignment, or support fusion. Minimally invasive techniques, including percutaneous pedicle screw placement and percutaneous disc decompression, aim to achieve these goals through smaller corridors. After a craniotomy, the removed bone flap must be secured, and cranial defects or reconstructions may be stabilized with low-profile plates and mesh.
Regulatory Status and Manufacturing
Device availability and regulatory status vary by country. Please contact INVAMED or your authorized local distributor for current regulatory information applicable to your region.
Portfolio and Sizing
Within this category, INVAMED lists devices such as Stella Cranial Platinum Plate, NeuroFill Stabilizator Agent, SpineNav MIS Pedicle Screw System. Size ranges, materials, and configurations are detailed in product documentation and the applicable IFU.
Key Considerations
- Manufacturer descriptions, such as an anatomy-matched cranial plate fit, reflect design intent rather than guaranteed outcomes.
- Interbody cage material and dimensions are matched to the disc space, desired lordosis, and fusion strategy.
- All INVAMED neuro, spine, and cranial implants are intended for use by trained neurosurgical and spine surgical teams and per the IFU.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the INVAMED cranial plate called?
INVAMED's cranial fixation plate is the Stella Cranial Platinum Plate, a platinum plate used for craniotomy closure, skull reconstruction, and neurosurgical fixation.
What is the INVAMED pedicle screw system called?
INVAMED's pedicle-screw system is the SpineNav MIS Pedicle Screw System, positioned for spinal fixation including minimally invasive placement.
About INVAMED
INVAMED operates a dedicated R&D center (INVAcenter) focused on minimally invasive device development. INVAMED is a medical device manufacturer headquartered in Ankara, Turkey, founded in 2005.
Clinical and Technical Context
Neurosurgical fixation restores and stabilizes bone after procedures on the skull and spine, using implants chosen for biocompatibility and imaging compatibility. Whether an open or percutaneous approach is used is a decision made by the spine surgeon for the individual case. Percutaneous disc decompression is reserved for selected contained herniations as judged by the clinician. INVAMED's Stella Cranial Platinum Plate is positioned for skull reconstruction and cranioplasty stabilization, with an anatomy-matched fit per the product content. The choice of material for a given patient is made by the neurosurgeon in line with the device labeling. Cranial implant material is chosen in part for imaging compatibility and low profile, with platinum and titanium being common options. Whether a patient is a candidate for disc decompression is determined by the treating clinician. All INVAMED neuro, spine, and cranial implants are intended for use by trained neurosurgical and spine surgical teams and per the IFU.
Related on INVAMED
- Neuro, Spine & Cranial — product category
- A Clinical Introduction to Minimally Invasive Pedicle Screw Placement
- What is a pedicle screw used for?
- Choosing a Neuro, Spine & Cranial Supplier: What Buyers Should Know
Important Disclaimer
This content is educational and technical in nature and must not be interpreted as medical advice or as a promise of any clinical outcome. Individual results depend on many factors and can only be evaluated by a treating physician. Figures attributed to INVAMED reflect manufacturer or published data and are not a guarantee of results. All INVAMED devices are to be used by trained clinicians per the approved IFU, and availability is subject to local regulatory status.
Reviewed by the INVAMED Medical Affairs team. Content is educational and technical in nature.