Additionally, it is ideal to ream until a flat surface is created and. The aequalis ascend flex shoulder system is indicated for use as a replacement of shoulder joints disabled by. Tournier shoulder replacement aequalis ascend flex simplicity. The aequalis ascend flex shoulder system is intended for use as. Primary, reverse, conversion, biorsa, surgeon interview. Pdf a short and convertible humeral stem for shoulder. Tornier, inc 10801 nesbitt ave s bloomington mn 554373109. It is indicated for patients who require shoulder replacement due to.
The implantation of a joint prosthesis and its associated implants requires. Tornier s aequalis ascend flex system was initially cleared by the fda in 20, and may be used in primary, reverse, or conversion from anatomic to reverse procedures. The aequalis ascend flex convertible prosthesis has been carefully built upon the tornier legacy and clinical understanding of the aequalis anatomic. Tornier aequelis ascend flexx shoulder implant system on. Medical device aequalis ascend flex stem humeral ptc. Aequalis ascend flex convertible shoulder arthroplasty. Aequalis ascend flex standard cemented humeral stems anatomic dwf702a 2a ascend flex standard cemented humeral stem dwf702b 2b ascend flex standard cemented humeral stem dwf702c 2c ascend flex standard cemented humeral stem dwf704a 4a ascend flex standard cemented humeral stem dwf704b 4b ascend flex standard cemented humeral stem dwf704c. For tornier shareholders, exchange ratio implies a per share value for tornier that represents a 28% premium to tornier s closing share price on october 24, 2014. Wrights and tornier s businesses are subject to substantial risks and uncertainties, including those referenced above. Prior to use of any tornier implant system, the surgeon should refer to the product package insert for complete warnings, precautions, indications, contraindications, and adverse effects. The tornier aequalis ascend flex convertible shoulder system improves upon the traditional grammontstyle reverse total shoulder. Reversed indications the most extensive portfolio on the market. The medical device aequalis ascend flex stem humeral ptc long, size 3b, ang. Ascend humeral head systems in certain combinations.
Use the distal tip of the guide handle to gain access to the humeral canal. The tornier elbow prosthesis is intended for total elbow arthroplasty. Ascend flex is an innovation in shoulder replacement design that gives your orthopaedic surgeon the flexibility to address your current shoulder condition while considering potential future conditions. The aequalis ascend flex shoulder system is to be used only in patients with an intact or reconstructable rotator cuff, where it is intended to provide increased mobility and stability and to relieve pain. This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Surgeons have control of height, version and fixation with system modularity and comprehensive trialing instrumentation.
Prosthetic replacement with this device may be indicated to relieve severe pain or significant disability following the effects of primary or secondary. The afr shoulder system is implanted by a surgeon and is designed to allow the surgeon to select the components to size the shoulder system for the patient. Unique stem shape designed from the inside out based upon ct data. During shipping, it is possible for the aequalis ascend flex humeral stem to become unseated. The purpose of this multicentric study was to assess the outcomes and the radiographic results of a new, short, and convertible humeral stem aequalis ascend flex, tornier saswright medical. Ascend flex humeral head and ascend flex reversed trays and poly inserts. Aequalis ascend flex shoulder system latitude ev elbow prosthesis salto talaris total ankle prosthesis cannulink intraosseous fixation system 59% 41% us international 59% 19%. The company is committed to delivering innovative, valueadded solutions improving the quality of life for patients worldwide. Proximal humeral bony adaptations with a short uncemented stem. Contact information can be found in this document and the package insert. Aequalis ascend flex prosthesis design mimics the internal humeral geometry and is the first humeral stem that is truly anatomic from the inside out.
Distalization of the humerus, resulting in retensioning of the deltoid muscle and any rotator cuff muscles that are still competent in case of massive rotator cuff tear. Reversed indications the most extensive portfolio on the. Be sure to insert the distal tip just medial to the. The tornier glenoid has been designed to be compatible with the aequalis, affiniti and ascend. Bfarm field corrective actions urgent field safety notice. Aequalis ascend flex reversed shoulder arthroplasty. Tornier surgical technique guide copy charlotte shoulder. Ascend flex anatomic, cuff repair, aequalis reversed il, and latarjet tuesday 1st april 7. The tornier glenoid system is a comprehensive offering that includes a variety of anchorage options such as a keel, standard peg and cortiloctm peg available in a variety of sizes. There are not yet any outcome studies or ongoing clinical trials to our knowledge. The humeral length ismeasured todetermine the overall humeral implant construct length.
The purpose of this multicentric study was to assess the outcomes and the radiographic results of a new, short, and convertible humeral stem aequalis ascend flex, tornier saswright medical inc, bloomington, mn, usa, which could settle these complex revision problems. Medialization of the center of rotation inside the. At this point, proceed with releasing any subdeltoid adhesions. Torniers flex shoulder system revised caw6856ascend. The new system provides a short stem designed to match the internal geometry of the proximal humerus providing metaphyseal pressfit. Class 2 device recall aequalis ascend flex humeral stem. Iorsa tm anle surgicl technique udrt151 7 surgicl techniue note. Shoulder arthroplasty featuring the aequalis ascend flex. Wright medicals shoulder, hand, forearm, and elbow products are chosen by surgeons around the world.
The forwardlooking statements in this press release speak only as of the date of this release, and wright and tornier undertake no obligation to update or revise any of these statements. Aequalis ascend flex convertible shoulder system surgical. The ascend flex stem tornier inc is short 66 mm to 94 mm long and has proximal titanium plasma spray coating for metaphyseal pressfit. Tornier reports first quarter 2015 results and provides. Reversed ii threaded post baseplate andrew green, md med4789 orthopedic surgeon, andrew green, md, performs a reversed total shoulder replacement on a 70year old female patient, using the aequalis ascend flex convertible shoulder system. Tornier aequalis ascend flex convertible shoulder system. Brochures aequalis ascend flex simpliciti shoulder. Tornierasi annecy course scientific program annecy, france. Trnx, a global medical device company focused on providing surgical solutions to orthopaedic extremity specialists, reported today its.
Aequalis ascend flex reversed shoulder arthroplasty exposure. Learn more about primary total shoulder replacement and reverse total shoulder replacement with ascend flex. Identification of the humeral entry point the humeral head is generally deformed and anatomic reference points may be missing or distorted. Animation for tornier showing product features and basic overview. Tornier shoulder replacement products include the ascend, aequalis ascend flex, and simpliciti lines. Universal instrumentation designed specifically for shoulder applications. Wright and tornier caution investors not to place considerable reliance on the forwardlooking statements contained in this presentation. The aequalis ascend flex convertible prosthesis has been carefully built upon the tornier legacy and clinical understanding of the aequalis anatomic and reversed systems. For more information on the cleared combinations refer to the mismatch charts listed below. Reverse shoulder arthroplasty with a new convertible short stem. Aequalis ascend flex convertible shoulder system surgical technique. With the aequalis ascend flex system, conversion is often a simple exchange of components on top of the stem. The aequalis ascend flex convertible prosthesis has been carefully built upon the tornier legacy and clinical understanding of the aequalis anatomic and.
Forward flex the arm and place the richardson retractor under the conjoined tendon and gently retract it medially. Revised caw6856 ascend flex humeral anatomic surgery 5 years ago. Urgent field safety notice for aequalis ascend flex shoulder system by tornier sas pdf, 5mb, file does not fully comply with accessibility standards. The aim of this study was to quantify these phenomena using the ascend flex. Tornier aequelis ascend flexx shoulder implant system on vimeo join. Biomechanics of the aequalis reversed ii prosthesis is designed for medialization of the center of rotation inside the glenoid bone surface. The humeral entry point is located at the diaphyseal axis at the highest point of the humeral head.
Out of these cookies, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are as essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. The humeral entry point is located at the diaphyseal axis at. Torniers aequalis ascend flex system was initially cleared by the fda in 20, and may be used in primary, reverse, or conversion from anatomic to reverse procedures. By wright featuring tornier technology featuring james kelly february 2015 reversed shoulder arthroplasty exposure technique using aequalis ascend flex.
Wright featuring tornier technology wright medical group n. Figures 12 either the assistant or the scrub tech on the opposite side of the bed will hold the richardson retractor in place. Prior to use of any tornier implant system, the surgeon should refer to the. Darren brown 9524267625 manufacturer reason for recall.
Ascend flex prosthesis design mimics the internal humeral geometry and is the first humeral stem that is truly anatomic from the inside out. The manufacturer recommends that all personnel responsible for handling and implanting the devices read and understand this information before use. Request pdf tornier aequalis ascend flex convertible shoulder system the tornier aequalis ascend flex convertible shoulder system improves upon. Aequalis reversed ii shoulder system wright medical group. Aequalis reversed fx why do we need new members in the aequalis reversed family.
By wright featuring tornier technology featuring james kelly february 2015 reversed shoulder arthroplasty exposure technique using aequalis ascend flex convertible shoulder system. Prior to use of any tornier implant system, the surgeon should refer to the product package insert for complete warnings, precautions, indications, contraindications and adverse effects. Tornier reports second quarter 2014 results wright. Ascend flex anatomic, cuff repair, aequalis reversed il, and. Prior to use of any tornier implant system, the surgeon should refer to the product package insert for complete. Package inserts are also available by contacting wright. The new system provides a short stem designed to match the. Prior to use of any tornier implant system, the surgeon should refer to the product package insert for complete warnings, precautions, indications. The length is assembledfrom 120 mm using the short proximal bodyand stem to. Should a conversion from a primary total shoulder to a reverse total shoulder be required, ascend flex features a convertible stem which allows for a simplified conversion, the already. Jan 22, 2016 tornier makes a short stem humeral component called the aquelis ascend flex tornier, edina, mn. The system has been specifically designed to restore appropriate humeral to glenoid position, provide accurate preparation and deliver bone preservation.