Jeffrey Carlson, MD, became the first surgeon in Virginia to perform an L5-S1 Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion using the Synfix Evolution ALIF System, according to a press release.
Here are three takeaways:
1. Dr. Carlson performed the procedure at Mary Immaculate Hospital in Newport News, Va.
2. A stand-alone device, the Synfix Evolution ALIF System minimizes trauma and post-surgical pain for patients.
3. Dr. Carlson noted the device allows facilities to reap savings through shorter OR times and by utilizing fewer resources.