Medicrea International SA Receives FDA Approval for PASS LP Systems

Medicrea International SA announced the FDA approval of the PASS LP system for the treatment of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis. The PASS LP is the lowest profile pedicle screw spinal fusion system available on the market and has been designed to address complex spinal pathologies making it specifically adapted to pediatric indications. The PASS LP thoraco-lumbar fixation system allows connection of the rod at a distance from the spine and performs a three-dimensional (3D) correction of the deformity through gentle and progressive stress distribution on all anchorages using the ST2R technique (Simultaneous Translation on 2 Rods). Through its derotation connectors & technique, the PASS LP offers a way to achieve correction of the deformity in all planes. Derotation in the coronal plane is obtained with no risk of screw ploughing or pull out while preserving sagittal balance, essential in the treatment of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis.