[Carbon fiber reinforced polysulfone implants for tumor surgery of the spine]

Anterior tumor removal, cord decompression and spinal stabilization gain in significance in surgical treatment of vertebral tumors. An implant system, consisting of a basket as vertebral body replacement, plates and screws, was developed using carbon fibre reinforced polysulfone. This system allows to perform individually shaped, stable and short-distance spine fusions from an anterior approach. Moreover its radiolucence facilitates postoperative care and irradiation. Operative technique and clinical experience are demonstrated in two patients.