Heraeus Medical GmbH products

OSTEPAL Plus is a specialized low-viscosity bone cement designed for use in spinal surgeries, particularly in procedures such as vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty aimed at augmenting and stabilizing vertebral bodies. This product features a low-viscosity formulation which allows for prolonged working times, providing surgeons with the flexibility needed during complex procedures. OSTEOPAL Plus is distinctively enhanced with a high content of radiopacifier zirconium dioxide, offering superior visibility under X-ray imaging to ensure precise application. The cement is also colored with chlorophyll-copper complex to improve intraoperative recognition. It should be noted that while OSTEOPAL Plus aids in the stabilization of affected vertebral bodies, it does not address the underlying conditions such as osteoporosis or metastatic tumors. Users are advised to consult with local representatives for its availability in specific regions.

OSTEOPAL V is a specialty low-viscosity bone cement utilized predominantly for spinal surgeries such as percutaneous vertebroplasty and balloon kyphoplasty. The cement is notable for its high radiopacity due to its high content of zirconium dioxide, an X-ray contrast agent, which greatly improves visibility under imaging techniques. Additionally, the cement is uniquely colored with a chlorophyll-copper complex, identified as E141, which further aids in its distinction during application. OSTEOPAL V is designed as a means of augmenting and stabilizing vertebral bodies, providing a stabilizing function which is primarily palliative. It addresses stabilization without treating the underlying conditions like osteoporosis or cancer, providing a solution for temporary stabilization. Physicians considering its use should be mindful of this context and ensure the product's compatibility with a patient's procedural needs.