HomeMy Public PortalAboutTOL PR 2012-12-07 K2M Italian Launch
Town of Leesburg
News Release
For Immediate Release
Leesburg-based K2M Introduces Innovative Product Portfolio
for the Treatment of Complex Spinal Pathologies in Italy
Leesburg, VA (December 7, 2012) – K2M, Inc., the largest privately held spinal device company
in the world focused on developing innovative solutions for the treatment of complex spinal
pathologies and minimally invasive procedures, announced recently the Italian launch of the
company’s MESA® Spinal Systems and SERENGETI® Minimally Invasive Retractor Systems.
The top-loading MESA Spinal Systems feature Zero-Torque Technology®, applying zero torsional
loads, or twisting forces, to the spine when locking the screw. Offering a variety of screw types,
coupled with revolutionary instrumentation, the systems are uniquely designed to address the
most difficult correction maneuvers, while providing the surgeon the ability to one-step lock.
The SERENGETI Minimally Invasive Retractor Systems feature a flexible polymer Retractor,
which provides direct visualization and access to the screw heads to allow for simplified rod
insertion. The Retractor is inserted with the screw, allowing for one-step, percutaneous
placement of the implants.
“The innovative MESA and SERENGETI systems allow surgeons increased flexibility in their
intraoperative decision-making, meeting a wide range of current unmet needs in spinal
surgeries. The availability of new technologies for surgeons presents significant short and long
term advantages to Italian patients,” said Stefano Boriani, MD, Director, Department of
Oncologic and Degenerative Spine Surgery, Rizzoli Institute.
Spine leaders from across the country gathered at the Historical Rizzoli Institute to talk about
the latest research in complex spine surgeries and review cases of patients treated with K2M
products.
The Italian launch marks the latest in a series of important international accomplishments for
K2M. Recent milestones include the European expansion of the company’s breakthrough Rail
4D™ Technology in Denmark, Germany, Holland, the United Kingdom, Switzerland, Spain,
Sweden, and Ireland, as well as the introduction of its minimally invasive portfolio in Germany
and the broader D-A-CH market.
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“The Italian launch of MESA and SERENGETI marks another important milestone in K2M’s
mission to be the global spine market leader,” stated Eric Major, K2M’s President and CEO. “We
look forward to bringing K2M’s full portfolio of breakthrough products to Italy, as it is critical to
our commitment to patient care around the world.”
“K2M continues to contribute to global solutions for complex spinal pathologies in a profound
way,” commented Marantha Edwards, Leesburg’s Economic Development Director. “Eric Major
and his team in Leesburg and around the world represent outstanding examples of quality and
service.”
About K2M: Based in Leesburg, Virginia, K2M, Inc. is the largest privately held spinal device
company in the world focused on the research, development, and commercialization of
innovative solutions for the treatment of complex spinal pathologies and minimally invasive
procedures. The company is recognized as a global leader in providing unique technologies for
the treatment of deformity, degenerative, trauma, and tumor spinal patients. K2M’s product
development pipeline includes spinal stabilization systems, minimally invasive systems,
biologics, and other advancing technologies, such as motion preservation, annular repair, and
nucleus replacement. Additional information is available online at www.K2M.com.
Contact:
Marantha Edwards
Economic Development Director
medwards@leesburgva.gov
703-737-7019
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