Here are three takeaways:
1. The agreement allows K2M to leverage Brainlab’s various portfolios, including imaging, software and navigation systems. K2M plans to design its navigated spinal systems to address both open and minimally invasive spinal procedural approaches.
2. Brainlab Spinal Navigation provides an image-guided open navigation platform for spinal surgery. The navigation software continuously tracks surgical instruments in relation to patient anatomy.
3. Currently, Brainlab has over 5,300 navigation systems installed in operating rooms worldwide. The systems help surgeons avoid critical structures while delivering more accurate pedicle screw placement.
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