Portico Health develops a single‑screw cervical laminoplasty system that simplifies opening‑wedge laminoplasty procedures. By using a patented oblique fixation angle, the implant reduces procedure time, improves safety, and eliminates the need for multiple screws, addressing the high variability and length of traditional cervical spine surgeries. The device targets surgeons treating cervical spinal stenosis and myelopathy, aiming to streamline care for the growing global market of spine implants.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
Cervical spinal stenosis and myelopathy affect a significant portion of the population, and traditional opening‑wedge laminoplasty procedures require multiple screws, extending operative time and increasing the risk of hardware‑related complications.
Solution
Portico Health offers a patented single‑screw cervical laminoplasty system that streamlines the opening‑wedge technique. By using an oblique fixation angle, the implant secures the lamina while keeping the screw trajectory away from the spinal cord, enhancing safety. The single‑screw design eliminates the need for multiple screw placements, reducing the portion of procedure time spent on hardware insertion. This simplification improves overall efficiency without compromising the structural stability required for successful decompression.
Target Audience
Primary customers are spine surgeons and orthopedic/neurological departments performing cervical laminoplasty procedures in hospitals and specialty spine centers.
Features
- Patented single‑screw implant that replaces traditional multi‑screw constructs
- Oblique fixation angle designed to minimize proximity to the spinal cord
- Integrated locking mechanism that maintains lamina opening without additional hardware
- Reduced operative time by eliminating repetitive screw placement steps
- Compatibility with existing cervical laminoplasty instrumentation and techniques