FDA Clears DeGen Medical’s CONNECT-L Transverse Connector

DeGen Medical Inc. has received clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for its CONNECT-L Transverse Connector to be used with F1 MPS Modular Pedicle Screw System. The F1 MPS system is intended to provide immobilization and stabilization of posterior non-cervical spine.
 
The CONNECT-L Transverse Connector is small, low profile, and easy to use. The CONNECT-L rod-to-rod connection provides improved construct stability and rigid fixation to the posterior spinal system. The CONNECT-L includes fixed and variable sizes for posterior thoraco-lumbar-sacral spine surgeries. The variable option offers six degrees of freedom, allowing additional maneuverability for complex spinal stabilization procedures.

The F1 MPS Pedicle Screw System provides a versatile, modular lumbar pedicle screw system, according to the company. The device treats complex spinal diseases with intra-operative versatility of implant options for efficient graft placements, and is coupled with intuitively-designed instrumentation for ease of use.
 
DeGen Medical Inc. develops technologies designed to treat complex spinal disorders. The company is based in Florence, S.C.