Smith+Nephew introduces CORIOGRAPH™ Pre-Op Planning and Modeling Services for Total Hip Arthroplasty
Rhea-AI Summary
Smith+Nephew (LSE:SN, NYSE:SNN) announces FDA clearance for CORIOGRAPH Pre-Op Planning and Modeling Services for total hip arthroplasty (THA). This innovative planning software, exclusive to CORI Surgical System users, enables both X-ray and CT scan planning for patient-specific outcomes.
The system leverages 15+ years of clinical expertise and over 350,000 image-based hip and knee surgery plans. Key features include advanced modeling capabilities with patient-specific spinopelvic classification, image-agnostic planning with 2D/3D images, and compatibility across Smith+Nephew's hip implant solutions.
The first procedures were completed at Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute, with surgeons reporting improved accuracy and optimization of component positioning.
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- FDA clearance obtained for new CORIOGRAPH Pre-Op Planning software
- System builds on extensive database of 350,000+ previous surgery plans
- Technology offers flexibility with both X-ray and CT scan compatibility
- Successfully implemented with first procedures completed
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Insights
Smith+Nephew's FDA clearance for CORIOGRAPH Pre-Op Planning and Modeling Services represents a meaningful advancement in orthopedic surgical planning technology. The system's ability to utilize both X-rays and CT scans offers greater flexibility while potentially reducing pre-operative costs when X-rays suffice. The platform's integration with their existing CORI Surgical System strengthens their competitive position in the
The software's unique selling proposition lies in its advanced modeling capabilities, particularly the spinopelvic classification and personalized activity simulation features. This differentiator could help capture market share from competitors like Stryker's Mako and Zimmer Biomet's ROSA. The system's compatibility across Smith+Nephew's entire hip implant portfolio creates a comprehensive ecosystem that could drive increased adoption of their implant products.
Historical data from 350,000+ image-based surgeries provides a robust foundation for the AI/ML algorithms, potentially improving surgical outcomes and reducing revision rates. For investors, this represents a strategic move to capture recurring revenue through software services while protecting their hardware market share.
This product launch strategically positions Smith+Nephew to capitalize on the growing demand for personalized medicine in orthopedics. The dual-imaging capability (X-ray/CT) provides hospitals with cost flexibility, potentially improving adoption rates in price-sensitive markets. Pre-operative planning software can reduce operating room time, which typically costs
The integration with the CATALYSTEM Primary Hip System creates a full-stack solution that could increase customer lock-in and expand profit margins through bundled pricing strategies. Early adopter testimonials from high-profile institutions like Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute provide credibility and could accelerate market penetration. The focus on activities of daily living in surgical planning aligns with value-based care initiatives, potentially improving reimbursement outcomes.
Latest expansion to the CORI◊ Surgical System portfolio provides a personalized solution for patients and surgeons
Smith+Nephew (LSE:SN, NYSE:SNN), the global medical technology company, today announces its CORIOGRAPH Pre-Op Planning and Modeling Services is now cleared for total hip arthroplasty (THA) by the United States Food and Drug Administration. Exclusively for users of the CORI Surgical System, this innovative planning software allows for use of either X-rays or CT scans for planning and modeling, enabling surgeons to make a patient-specific plan for the best possible outcome.
The first procedures using CORIOGRAPH Pre-Op Planning and Modeling Services for Hip with RI.HIP solutions were recently completed by Dr. George Haidukewych, Surgeon in Chief and Academic Chairman at Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute in Orlando, FL. He stated, “The plan was extremely accurate and provided an opportunity to trial different offsets and combinations prior to surgery. This was invaluable in saving time and optimizing component position and sizing. CT based templating with patient specific impingement modeling is clearly superior to traditional methods of digital templating. It allows for personalization of the surgery to the patient’s specific needs of activities of daily living.”
The CORI Surgical System offers proprietary tools and software across the full suite of procedure solutions to deliver a platform that is flexible and scalable across knee and hip joint arthroplasty indications. Built on 15+ years of clinical expertise and over 350,000 image-based hip and knee surgery plans, CORIOGRAPH Pre-Op Planning and Modeling Services for Hip is designed to optimize implant planning and personalization, including:
- Advanced modeling capabilities that utilize patient specific spinopelvic classification and pelvic tilt go beyond the mechanics of simple range-of-motion to simulate activities of daily living that help surgeons make decisions on optimal implant placement.
- Image-agnostic planning capabilities with 2D and/or 3D images to help personalize the end-to-end care specifically to the patient need.
- Can be used across the entire spectrum of Smith+Nephew hip implant solutions and technologies.
- CORIOGRAPH Pre-Op Planning and Modeling Services combined with RI.HIP solutions and the recently launched CATALYSTEM◊ Primary Hip System, offer a complete solution for primary total hip arthroplasty.
“With the addition of Hip pre-op planning to CORIOGRAPH services, we are now truly personalizing surgery for hip and knee for each patients’ specific needs,” said Craig Gaffin, President of Global Orthopaedics at Smith+Nephew. “I can speak as the business leader and a patient here, as my hip was the first one to be planned with CORIOGRAPH services for Hip. Through the planning process, my surgeon was able to tell what kind of activities I can expect to perform after the surgery based on simulated models of my hip bones.”
To learn more about CORIOGRAPH Pre-Op Planning and Modeling Services and the CORI Surgical System, please visit https://www.smith-nephew.com/en-us/health-care-professionals/products/orthopaedics/coriograph.
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