3D Systems Develops Medical Simulator For Spine Surgery
Zacks Investment Research | Jun 12, 2017 10:10PM ET
3D Systems Corporation (NYSE:DDD) recently expanded its 3D precision portfolio, with the launch of Simbionix SPINE Mentor, a hands-on simulated training and practice tool for minimally invasive spine surgeries.
With the launch of this simulator, 3D Systems forayed into spinal surgery training. Based on the company’s simulation, 3D printing and medical tools, Simbionix SPINE Mentor is a hybrid solution that can cater to the needs of neurosurgeons, anesthesiologists, orthopedic and pain management surgeons. This will help the healthcare personnel to practice procedures.
The company believes that its latest training and practice tool is a superior alternative to cadaveric training, which comes with a small degree of realism. SPINE Mentor is capable of performing multiple procedures, including lumbar puncture, placement of catheters and wires. Also, it is well equipped to simulate real-time fluoroscopic image displays for the entire spine, which will eliminate the need for real fluoroscopy.
The company remains confident that unwillingness of medical institutions to use animals in training will continue to stoke demand for simulators. To make the most of changing times, 3D Systems has developed a spectrum of innovative solutions ranging from simulation to implants. It is strongly focusing on enhacing the healthcare portfolio, which has acted as its strongest profit churner in recent times.
Over the past six months, shares of 3D Systems have returned an admirable 31.9%, outperforming the Zacks categorized Zacks Investment Research
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