First NuVasive Precept Spine Device Implanted in Japan

The first spine surgery featuring the San Diego-based NuVasive Precept posterior fixation system took place recently in Japan.

Advertisement

NuVasive received regulatory approval for the minimally disruptive posterior fixation device in July.

The company opened a Tokyo office in April, and surgeon proctors have started to schedule training courses and surgeries with the Precept.

More Articles on Devices:
Stryker Buys MAKO Surgical for $1.65B
Spinal Elements Celebrates Hero Allograft Anniversary, Donates $250k to Children’s Charities
Study: Roughened Titanium Alloy Surface Better Enhances Fusion Than Smooth

Advertisement

Next Up in Spinal Tech

  • Zavation Medical has acquired ChoiceSpine, and Derek Kuyper will be CEO of the combined company, according to a Feb. 26…

  • Carlsmed saw significant gains in fourth-quarter and 2025 revenue, according to financial results posted Feb. 25. Five things to know:…

Advertisement

Comments are closed.