Vertebral body prosthesis

Definition

An implantable device designed to replace one or more vertebral body(s) that has collapsed or been surgically removed due to trauma, tumour or degenerative disease. Also known as a corpectomy or vertebrectomy spacer, it is in the form of a one-piece or modular hollow cylinder made of inorganic materials (e.g., metal, polymer). It is typically used with supplemental spinal fixation and/or bone graft, and some types are adjustable for in situ adjustment of prosthesis height to allow intraoperative distraction of adjacent vertebrae.

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2026-07-28 06:05:17