Waypoint Orthopedics develops the Guided Pedicle System (GPS) for use in open and MIS spine surgery. This technology provides physicians with real-time information during vertebral fixation procedures. The system aims to increase surgeon confidence while simultaneously reducing ionizing radiation exposure for operating room personnel.
Funding
$3.4M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Spine surgeons face a high risk of radiation exposure due to the frequent use of fluoroscopy during vertebral fixation procedures. This exposure can lead to surgeons exceeding their lifetime radiation limits within the first decade of practice. Current methods for pedicle screw placement lack real-time guidance, potentially compromising accuracy and increasing radiation exposure.
Solution
Waypoint Orthopedics offers the GPS™ (Guided Pedicle System), a technology designed to provide surgeons with real-time data and visual validation during pedicle cannulation. The system is approved for both open and minimally invasive spine (MIS) surgery, offering a navigation option for a range of cases. By providing real-time feedback, the GPS™ aims to increase surgical precision, reduce the need for repeated imaging, and lower radiation exposure for the entire operating room staff. The system allows for the creation of pilot holes with greater accuracy compared to standard methods.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes spine surgeons and hospitals seeking to enhance the safety and precision of vertebral fixation procedures while reducing radiation exposure.
Features
- Real-time, visual validation during pedicle cannulation
- Approved for use in both open and MIS spine surgery
- Provides a navigation option for all cases, not just complex ones
- Greater than 95% reliability with 90% confidence in probe tip location
- Facilitates more accurate creation of pilot holes compared to standard bone awl