﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"><channel><title>Cision News</title><link>https://news.cision.com</link><description>Cision is the leading global provider of media research, distribution, monitoring and evaluation services. With over 40 locations throughout the world, Cision provides the insight, expertise and intelligence that improve performance and build reputations.</description><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 08:47:33 GMT</pubDate><image><title>Cision News</title><width>146</width><height>60</height><link>https://news.cision.com</link><url>https://news.cision.com/Content/img/news-logo.png</url></image><item><title>Inaugural Lumbar Total Disc Replacement Summit Yields Surgeon Consensus on Lumbar TDR as a Standard of Care for Lumbar DDD</title><link>http://news.cision.com/aesculap/r/inaugural-lumbar-total-disc-replacement-summit-yields-surgeon-consensus-on-lumbar-tdr-as-a-standard-,c2115576</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2353080</guid><description><![CDATA[Lumbar TDR is a Well-Documented Surgical Treatment Alternative to Spinal Fusion
Center Valley, PA (November 3, 2016) – Prior to the 31st Annual North American Spine Society (NASS) meeting in Boston, MA last week, a group of leading spine surgeons came together at the inaugural Lumbar Total Disc Replacement Summit. The goal of the Summit was to drive consensus on Lumbar Total Disc Replacement (TDR) as a standard of care for lumbar DDD in the active patient subpopulation and to ultimately influence payers to expand coverage of the procedure. The surgeons recognized motion-preserving TDR as a]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 03 Nov 2016 15:31:43 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Aesculap, Inc. to Participate at Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN)Annual Surgical Conference and Expo</title><link>http://news.cision.com/aesculap/r/aesculap--inc--to-participate-at-association-of-perioperative-registered-nurses--aorn-annual-surgica,c9947950</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2160860</guid><description><![CDATA[Confidence in our Products, Trust in our Expertise
Center Valley, PA (April 1, 2016) – Aesculap, Inc., a leader in surgical instruments and rigid sterile containers is pleased to announce its participation at the AORN 2016 Annual Meeting on April 3-5, 2016 at Booth 353, Anaheim Convention Center, Anaheim, CA. The booth’s theme, “Confidence in our Products, Trust in our Expertise”, revolves around how Aesculap’s industry-leading products and services can help the customer drive efficiency in the OR, maximizing patient care.

Confidence in our Products -

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Help reduce your operating]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 01 Apr 2016 18:45:09 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Aesculap, Inc. to Participate in the SAGES 2016 Annual Conference;Featuring Caiman® Vessel Sealer Portfolio</title><link>http://news.cision.com/aesculap/r/aesculap--inc--to-participate-in-the-sages-2016-annual-conference-featuring-caiman--vessel-sealer-po,c9934319</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2142746</guid><description><![CDATA[Booth Number 406 at Hynes Veterans Memorial Convention Center in Boston, Massachusetts from March 16 – 19, 2016
Aesculap, Inc., a leader in surgical technology is pleased to announce that it will participate and display its products at the SAGES annual conference at booth 406 at the Hynes Veterans Memorial Convention Center in Boston, Massachusetts from March 16 -19, 2016.

Visitors to Aesculap’s booth will see the company's comprehensive portfolio of Advanced RF Seal and Cut Technology. Available in articulating and non-articulating formats, the vessel sealers bring efficacy, ease of use,]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 15 Mar 2016 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Central Service Professionals Overwhelmingly Support Professional Certification</title><link>http://news.cision.com/aesculap/r/central-service-professionals-overwhelmingly-support-professional-certification,c9842423</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1999630</guid><description><![CDATA[Aesculap Survey Finds Sterile Processing Leaders Believe More Education Would Bring Respect to Field
Central service leaders almost unanimously agree that CS professionals should be professionally certified, and most believe that certification would bring more respect to the field, according to a new survey by Aesculap.

The online survey of 258 directors, managers, technicians and other sterilization professionals found dramatic support for both more continuing education opportunities and the ability to prove their expertise through certification. Almost every respondent – all but two –]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2015 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Aesculap Launches New Patient Education Website Featuring the activL® Artificial Disc Reimbursement Resource Line</title><link>http://news.cision.com/aesculap/r/aesculap-launches-new-patient-education-website-featuring-the-activl--artificial-disc-reimbursement-,c9837970</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1993295</guid><description><![CDATA[Aesculap Implant Systems is pleased to announce the launch of its newly-enhanced comprehensive Patient Education Website, www.soactivesofast.com. Created with the patient in mind, the website features valuable information for effective patient/physician dialogue including spine, knee and hip joint anatomy, common diseases that could affect these areas including causes and symptoms, as well as the diagnostic process. Also included are treatment options such as non-surgical pain management strategies and in-depth information about surgical replacement procedures.

Visitors will also find]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2015 12:30:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Aesculap Implant Systems Introduces the Modulift™ Vertebral Body Replacement System (VBR)</title><link>http://news.cision.com/aesculap/r/aesculap-implant-systems-introduces-the-modulift--vertebral-body-replacement-system--vbr-,c9799637</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1933562</guid><description><![CDATA[Aesculap Implant Systems recently introduced the Modulift Vertebral Body Replacement (VBR). The titanium Modulift VBR represents the latest generation in expandable cage technology by providing optimized tactile feedback, industry-leading biomechanical restoration capability and ease of use.

The prosthetic/bone interface was designed to address Wolff’s Law with the goal of optimizing conditions for a stable fusion. Spikes and an aggressive waffle pattern achieve a high degree of initial stability, while the central packing cavity and fenestrations accommodate bone in-growth. The oval]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2015 12:23:09 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Aesculap receives FDA Approval for the activL® Artificial Disc for One-Level Lumbar Use</title><link>http://news.cision.com/aesculap/r/aesculap-receives-fda-approval-for-the-activl--artificial-disc-for-one-level-lumbar-use,c9791441</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1921100</guid><description><![CDATA[Intelligent Motion Technology for total disc replacement; activL is designed as an alternative to spinal fusion surgery to allow motion at the treated level of the lower back.
Aesculap Implant Systems, LLC (Aesculap) a privately held medical device company, announced today that it has received a letter of approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) allowing the commercial sale of the activL® Artificial Disc, for the treatment of one-level lumbar degenerative disc disease.

Chuck DiNardo, Aesculap President commented, "We are very pleased that the FDA has determined activL to]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2015 12:40:17 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Aesculap’s Odontoid Fracture Fixation System Receives FDA 510(k) Approval</title><link>http://news.cision.com/aesculap/r/aesculap-s-odontoid-fracture-fixation-system-receives-fda-510-k--approval,c9713839</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1800792</guid><description><![CDATA[Aesculap Implant Systems announced today that it has received U.S. FDA 510(k) clearance for the Aesculap Odontoid Fracture Fixation System. The system is intended for fracture fixation of small bones and small bone fragments including odontoid fractures.

Ira Benson, Aesculap Implant Systems Vice President of Spine Marketing, commented, "We are really excited about what the Odontoid Fracture Fixation System brings to our product portfolio as it gives us an easy-to-use screw system to treat type II Odontoid fractures.”

The Aesculap Implant Systems Odontoid Fracture Fixation System was]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2015 20:23:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Aesculap Implant Systems Introduces the ProSpace™XP Lumbar Interbody System</title><link>http://news.cision.com/aesculap/r/aesculap-implant-systems-introduces-the-prospace-xp-lumbar-interbody-system,c9710805</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1796304</guid><description><![CDATA[The ProSpaceXP is an optimum fusion of the osteoconductive Plasmapore®XP coating and PEEK-Optima®* core for enhanced implant stability, artifact-free imaging, and an ideal osteoconductive scaffold for PLIF procedures.
Aesculap Implant Systems recently introduced the ProSpaceXP Interbody System for PLIF procedures. The ProSpaceXP fuses two proven materials, an innovative Plasmapore®XP osteoconductive porous Titanium coating and a PEEK-Optima® radiolucent core, that deliver enhanced implant stability, artifact-free imaging, and an optimal, osteoconductive scaffold for fusion procedures. A]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2015 19:58:18 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Aesculap’s S4 Element® MIS System Awarded Best New Technology for Minimally Invasive Spine Care</title><link>http://news.cision.com/aesculap/r/aesculap-s-s4-element--mis-system-awarded-best-new-technology-for-minimally-invasive-spine-care,c9694245</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1771654</guid><description><![CDATA[Aesculap Implant Systems’ latest spinal technology, the S4 Element® MIS System, was recently named 2014’s Best New Technology for Minimally Invasive Spine Care by Orthopedics This Week. The S4 Element MIS was selected by a distinguished panel of surgeon judges as a Best New Technology in Minimally Invasive Spine Care on the basis of its originality, clinical relevance, and likelihood of improving patient outcomes. The Best New Spine Technology Awards are presented annually in five categories of spine care to recognize great talent and advancement in this field.

The S4 Element MIS System]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2014 19:59:20 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Aesculap Implant Systems Announces Launch of Plasmafit™ Pro Acetabular System with Vitelene™ Liner</title><link>http://news.cision.com/aesculap/r/aesculap-implant-systems-announces-launch-of-plasmafit--pro-acetabular-system-with-vitelene--liner,c9663914</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1725368</guid><description><![CDATA[Plasmafit Pro System provides high stability and performance when used in conjunction with a prosthetic femoral head and hip stem as treatment for total hip arthroplasty
Aesculap Implant Systems announced today the launch of the Plasmafit™ Pro Acetabular System with the Vitelene™ liner. The Plasmafit Pro two-piece system consists of a cementless titanium acetabular shell and a highly crosslinked ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) vitamin E blended liner. The hemispherical and slightly flattened design of the Plasmafit PRO cup along with a rough titanium plasma spray on the]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2014 15:03:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Aesculap, Inc. Unveils Innovative 20 Points of Value Application</title><link>http://news.cision.com/aesculap/r/aesculap--inc--unveils-innovative-20-points-of-value-application,c9648503</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1702798</guid><description><![CDATA[Application Demonstrates Clinical and Financial Value of Surgical Asset ManagementOffering
Aesculap, Inc., a leader in surgical technology and central service optimization practices, today announced the official launch of its innovative 20 Points of Value application. Designed specifically to visually show the impact of enhancing a hospital’s Surgical Asset Management (SAM) practices on both the clinical and financial outcomes of a hospital, the application features interactive tools and games, including the 20 Points of Value tour, Surgical Asset Management ROI Calculator and SAM IQ Quiz.]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2014 19:50:17 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Aesculap, Inc. Launches Online Surgical Asset Management Resource Center for Central Service Professionals</title><link>http://news.cision.com/aesculap/r/aesculap--inc--launches-online-surgical-asset-management-resource-center-for-central-service-profess,c9648484</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1702764</guid><description><![CDATA[New Educational Website Provides Central Service Professionals With Sterile Processing Tools and Resources
Aesculap, Inc., a leader in surgical technology and central service optimization practices, today announced it has officially launched its online educational Surgical Asset Management Resource Center (http://www.aesculapresourcecenter.com). Dedicated to helping Central Service professionals excel at their jobs and in their careers, Aesculap’s Surgical Asset Management Resource Center houses tools, insights and resources relevant to CS departments. The information provided on the site]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2014 18:46:22 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Aesculap Academy Offers New Perspectives on Spine Surgery Skills Course on October 17 – 18, 2014</title><link>http://news.cision.com/aesculap/r/aesculap-academy-offers-new-perspectives-on-spine-surgery-skills-course-on-october-17---18--2014,c9641799</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1692456</guid><description><![CDATA[Aesculap Academy (http://www.aesculapimplantsystems.com/default.aspx?pageid=1858), in conjunction with Aesculap Implant Systems, LLC (http://www.aesculapimplantsystems.com/), opens registration for New Perspectives on Spine Surgery (http://events.signup4.com/NP), a surgical skills course for surgeons who manage patients with disease and injuries to the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine. The course will take place on October 17 – 18, 2014 in Miami, Florida and provides a comprehensive overview of common anterior and posterior pathologies, current treatment modalities and emerging spinal]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 09 Sep 2014 18:29:51 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Aesculap Biologics, LLC Announces First Human Implantation of NOVOCART® 3D  Autologous Chondrocyte Product</title><link>http://news.cision.com/aesculap/r/aesculap-biologics--llc-announces-first-human-implantation-of-novocart--3d--autologous-chondrocyte-p,c9638584</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1687567</guid><description><![CDATA[Aesculap Biologics, LLC, a division of Aesculap, Inc. focused on biological approaches to the repair and regeneration of diseased or damaged tissues, is pleased to announce that the first clinical study patient was implanted with the company’s NOVOCART® 3D product in August 2014. NOVOCART 3D, part of an FDA Investigational New Drug (IND) Phase 3 randomized, partially blinded multi-center study, is a matrix induced autologous chondrocyte product designed to repair articular cartilage defects of the knee.

Kenneth R. Zaslav, M.D., a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with Advanced]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Sep 2014 15:11:12 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Aesculap, Inc. Announces Caiman® 5 Seal and Cut Technology Line Extension</title><link>http://news.cision.com/aesculap/r/aesculap--inc--announces-caiman--5-seal-and-cut-technology-line-extension,c9636205</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1683732</guid><description><![CDATA[Providing Surgeons Additional Length Solutions for Laparoscopic Surgery
Aesculap, Inc. is pleased to announce the expansion of its Caiman® 5 Seal and Cut Technology. A tool for open surgery procedures, the Caiman 5mm vessel sealer device will be available in two additional lengths to accommodate a variety of patient sizes for laparoscopic surgery.

Caiman’s novel hinged-jaw design and extended jaw offers unparalleled benefits for a broad range of procedures in the areas of gynecology, general and urologic surgery. Caiman was developed to address the challenges that come with traditional]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 29 Aug 2014 15:40:32 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Aesculap Implant Systems Launches S4 Element® MIS System, First Endoscope Guided Pedicle Screw System for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery</title><link>http://news.cision.com/aesculap/r/aesculap-implant-systems-launches-s4-element--mis-system--first-endoscope-guided-pedicle-screw-syste,c9630383</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1675690</guid><description><![CDATA[Aesculap’s S4 Element® MIS System provides increased direct surgical site visibility during minimally invasive procedures and unique rescue technology that minimizes exposure to risk.
Aesculap Implant Systems announced today the availability of the new S4 Element® MIS System, the only posterior lumbar pedicle screw fixation system to utilize endoscope technology to gain direct visualization, providing the advantages of minimally invasive surgery (MIS) with enhanced view of surgical site. To further differentiate S4 Element MIS, the system offers an industry leading rescue technique and]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2014 17:09:29 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>New Animation Features High Articulation Total Hip Solution</title><link>http://news.cision.com/aesculap/r/new-animation-features-high-articulation-total-hip-solution,c9612465</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1649044</guid><description><![CDATA[Aesculap Implant Systems’ animation presents a total hip solution featuring the Metha® Short Hip Stem and Plasmafit™ Pro acetabular cup with Vitelene™ liner.
Aesculap Implant Systems (http://www.aesculapimplantsystems.com/ortho) announces a new surgical animation that presents a total hip solution that represents a new level of precision and performance, featuring the Metha® Short Hip Stem and Plasmafit™ Pro acetabular cup with Vitelene™ liner. The Aesculap Total Hip Solution animation demonstrates the ease in accommodating the Direct Anterior Approach for Total Hip Arthroplasty. The]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 03 Jul 2014 18:32:57 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Aesculap, Inc. Launches Lyoplant® Onlay Dura Substitute</title><link>http://news.cision.com/aesculap/r/aesculap--inc--launches-lyoplant--onlay-dura-substitute,c9612371</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1648946</guid><description><![CDATA[A biological, collagen based, absorbable dura substitute consisting of a bi-layer membrane; designed to provide superior protection and ease of use.
Aesculap, Inc. is pleased to announce the availability of Lyoplant® Onlay, a biological, collagen based, absorbable dura substitution consisting of a bilayer membrane, designed to provide an elevated ease of use. The revolutionary product allows for a simple onlay application with the opportunity to incorporate suture fixation, if necessary.

Reliable

  · Helps protect against CSF leakage
  · Excellent resorption rates
  · Superior]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 03 Jul 2014 15:08:02 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Aesculap, Inc. Features MINOP® InVent in New Surgical Animation</title><link>http://news.cision.com/aesculap/r/aesculap--inc--features-minop--invent-in-new-surgical-animation,c9601816</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1633225</guid><description><![CDATA[The animation highlights the device’s advanced flexibility and cutting-edge technologyfor advanced intraventricular neuroendoscopy
Aesculap, Inc., a leader in neurosurgical instrumentation, has released a new animation that presents the design and function of MINOP InVent, offering a solution for bi-manual resection of solid tumors and cysts.

To view the animation, please visit http://youtu.be/KyVewMpSP4A

With its additional flexibility experienced through the large working channel, partnered with customized instruments, MINOP InVent expands the possibilities for the future of advanced]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 13 Jun 2014 19:57:53 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Aesculap, Inc. to Participate at American Society of Colon &amp; Rectal Surgeons (ASCRS); featuring Caiman® &amp; Endo-SPONGE™</title><link>http://news.cision.com/aesculap/r/aesculap--inc--to-participate-at-american-society-of-colon---rectal-surgeons--ascrs--featuring-caima,c9587016</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1610972</guid><description><![CDATA[At Booth 212, Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa, Hollywood, Florida
Center Valley, PA (May 16, 2014) – Aesculap, Inc., a leader in surgical technology instruments is pleased to announce its participation at the ASCRS 2014 Annual Meeting from May 17 – 21, 2014.  Exhibition days are planned for May 18 – 20, 2014. Visitors to Aesculap’s booth, number 212, will see the company’s latest offerings in seal and cut technology, as well as its innovative advancements in anastomotic leakage treatment. 

Increased efficiency with Caiman® Vessel Sealers -  Caiman was designed to deliver improved results for]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 16 May 2014 20:18:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Aesculap, Inc. to Participate at American Society of Colon &amp; Rectal Surgeons (ASCRS);featuring Caiman® &amp; Endo-SPONGE™</title><link>http://news.cision.com/aesculap/r/aesculap--inc--to-participate-at-american-society-of-colon---rectal-surgeons--ascrs-featuring-caiman,c9586998</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1610942</guid><description><![CDATA[At Booth 212, Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa, Hollywood, Florida
Aesculap, Inc., a leader in surgical technology instruments is pleased to announce its participation at the ASCRS 2014 Annual Meeting from May 17 – 21, 2014.  Exhibition days are planned for May 18 – 20, 2014. Visitors to Aesculap’s booth, number 212, will see the company’s latest offerings in seal and cut technology, as well as its innovative advancements in anastomotic leakage treatment.  
Increased efficiency with Caiman® Vessel Sealers -  Caiman was designed to deliver improved results for the most challenging procedures.]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 16 May 2014 19:39:01 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Aesculap Implant Systems Announces First Implantation of the univation™ X Unicondylar Knee System</title><link>http://news.cision.com/aesculap/r/aesculap-implant-systems-announces-first-implantation-of-the-univation--x-unicondylar-knee-system,c9586455</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1610114</guid><description><![CDATA[Aesculap Implant Systems announced the implantation of the univation™ X Unidondylar Knee System on April 9, 2014. This case marks the first implantation for Aesculap’s univation X fixed knee implant worldwide and marked the limited launch of the implant for the U.S. market. The univation™ X Unicondylar Knee System features a fixed platform and peg and fin design to treat medial knee defects.

The fixed platform and anatomical design of the univation™ X Unicondylar Knee System provides optimal stability with minimal cuts to preserve bone. All univation X knee components come standard with]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 15 May 2014 20:44:04 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Aesculap Academy Offers Course for Neuro and Orthopedic Spine Surgeons on Minimally Invasive Surgery Techniques of the Lumbar Spine</title><link>http://news.cision.com/aesculap/r/aesculap-academy-offers-course-for-neuro-and-orthopedic-spine-surgeons-on-minimally-invasive-surgery,c9582107</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1603038</guid><description><![CDATA[Aesculap Implant Systems, LLC will present innovative anterior and posterior approaches for lumbar fusion including advanced techniques in MIS and the clinical relevance of the 360 approach during the June 28th course.
Aesculap Academy (http://www.aesculapimplantsystems.com/spineacademy) is pleased to offer a surgical skills course, Anterior and Posterior Approaches for Lumbar Fusion: Indications and Techniques, for Neuro and Orthopedic surgeons in the United States and Canada that specialize in spine surgery. The course explores current indications and applications for degenerative anterior]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 08 May 2014 16:18:55 GMT</pubDate></item></channel></rss>