Technique Guide. Oracle Spacer System. Instruments and implants for a direct lateral approach to the lumbar spine.

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Technique Guide Oracle Spacer System. Instruments and implants for a direct lateral approach to the lumbar spine.

Table of Contents Introduction Oracle Spacer System 2 AO Principles 4 Indications 5 Surgical Technique Preparation 6 Preoperative Planning and Position Patient 7 Approach 8 Insert Retractor 11 Perform Discectomy 16 Prepare Endplates 17 Trial for Implant Size 18 Insert Implant 19 Supplemental Fixation 22 Product Information Implants 23 Instruments 25 Set Lists 32 Image intensifier control Synthes

Oracle Spacer System The Oracle Spacer System is a comprehensive set of instruments and implants designed to support a direct lateral approach to the lumbar spine. The direct lateral approach is a minimally invasive approach that avoids direct retraction of the anterior vessels and posterior nervous and bony structures. The Oracle spacer can be inserted through either an open or minimally invasive lateral approach. Access instruments Retractor Provides direct minimal access to operative level Allows fluoroscopic visualization Blades expand distally for additional access Retractor accessories Light clip illuminates the surgical field Disc anchor and retractor pins increase retractor stability Extension blades provide additional 10 mm to the blade length in situ Retractor Discectomy instruments Two styles of shavers, four-fluted and two-fluted, ream out disc material Bayoneted curettes ensure maximum visibility while supporting a minimal exposure Instruments matte finish reduces glare from OR lighting Shaver 2 Synthes Oracle Spacer System Technique Guide

Insertion instruments Trial spacers self-distracting nose allows easier insertion Slap hammer minimizes force required for trial spacer removal SQUID inserts and distracts in one simple step, without impaction Oracle implants Anatomic shape mimics the anatomy of the disc space Four radiopaque marker pins enable visualization of spacer position Self-distracting nose allows easier insertion Large central canal accommodates autogenous bone graft to allow fusion to occur through the spacer Pyramidal teeth provide resistance to spacer migration Oracle SQUID Spacer made from polyetheretherketone (PEEK). For more information on implants, please refer to the Oracle Spacer brochure. Synthes 3

AO Principles In 1958, the AO formulated four basic principles, which have become the guidelines for internal fixation. 1 They are: Anatomic reduction Stable internal fixation Preservation of blood supply Early, active mobilization The fundamental aims of fracture treatment in the limbs and fusion of the spine are the same. A specific goal in the spine is returning as much function as possible to the injured neural elements. 2 1. M.E. Müller, M. Allgöwer, R. Schneider, and H. Willenegger. Manual of Internal Fixation, 3rd Edition. Berlin: Springer-Verlag. 1991. 2. Ibid. 4 Synthes Oracle Spacer System Technique Guide

Indications and Contraindications Indications The Oracle Spacer is indicated for use in patients with degenerative disc disease (DDD) at one or two contiguous levels from L2 to S1 whose condition requires the use of interbody fusion combined with supplemental fixation. The interior of the Oracle Spacer should be packed with autogenous bone graft (i.e. autograft). DDD is defined as back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies. These patients should be skeletally mature and have had six months of non-operative treatment. The Oracle spacer is intended to be used with Synthes supplemental fixation, e.g. TSLP, ATB, Antegra, Pangea, USS (including Click X) and small stature USS. The Oracle Spacer is a vertebral body replacement device intended for use in the thoracolumbar spine (T1-L5) to replace a diseased vertebral body resected or excised during partial and total vertebrectomy procedures or the treatment of tumor or trauma (i.e., fracture), to achieve anterior decompression of the spinal cord and neural tissues, and to restore the height of the collapsed vertebral body. The Oracle Spacer is intended to be used with Synthes internal fixation systems, e.g., Pangea, USS (including Click X), Small Stature USS, ATLP, TSLP, and Ventrofix. The interior of the spacer can be packed with bone (autograft or allograft). The Oracle Spacer is designed to restore the biomechanical integrity of the anterior, middle, and posterior spinal column even in the absence of fusion for a prolonged period. Contraindications 1. Use of the Synthes Oracle Spacer implant is contraindicated when there is active systemic infection, infection localized to the site of the proposed implantation, or when the patient has demonstrated allergy or foreign body sensitivity to any of the implant materials. 2. Severe osteoporosis may prevent adequate fixation and thus preclude the use of this or any other orthopaedic implant. 3. Conditions that may place excessive stresses on bone and implants, such as severe obesity or degenerative diseases, are relative contraindications. The decision whether to use these devices in patients with such conditions must be made by the physician taking into account the risks versus the benefits to the patient. 4. Use of these implants is relatively contraindicated in patients whose activity, mental capacity, mental illness, alcoholism, drug abuse, occupation, or lifestyle may interfere with their ability to follow postoperative restrictions. These patients may place undue stresses on the implant during bony healing and may be at higher risk of implant failure. Two-level lateral view of Oracle and Pangea immediately postoperative. Synthes 5

Preparation 1 Preparation Required sets 01.809.001 Oracle Implant Set 01.809.002 Oracle Access Instrument Set 01.809.003 Oracle Discectomy Instrument Set 01.809.004 Oracle Insertion Instrument Set 01.809.018 Stability System or 01.612.100 MIS Support System Required instruments 03.809.860 Tissue Dissector 03.809.925S Oracle Retractor Light Clip, sterile PDL102 Slotted Mallet Required kit 03.809.002S Oracle Neuromonitoring Kit* Also Available 01.605.500 Minimally Invasive Posterior Instrument Set 01.605.600 ProPrep Disc Preparation Set 01.809.010 Oracle Auxiliary Instrument Set 03.809.809 Oracle Broach *Kit contains a sterile pouch with a disposable monopolar stimulating probe with touchproof cable assembly and the following components in a nonsterile pouch: A nonsterile sticky pad ground electrode, eight EO sterile twisted pair needle electrodes and two EO sterile single needle electrodes. 6 Synthes Oracle Spacer System Technique Guide

Preoperative Planning and Position Patient 2 Preoperative planning All necessary imaging studies should be available to plan implant placement and visualize individual patient anatomy. 3 Position patient Required kit 03.809.002S Oracle Neuromonitoring Kit The neurophysiologist or neuromonitoring technician should apply all appropriate electrodes prior to patient positioning. Place the patient in a lateral decubitus position. A bolster placed underneath the hip, to aid in opening the space between the twelfth rib and iliac crest, is recommended. It is also recommended to flex the table, to aid in opening the space between the twelfth rib and iliac crest. Secure the patient to the table. Use caution to prevent undue pressure points when positioning and securing the patient. Synthes 7

Approach 4 Approach spine Instruments 03.809.002S Oracle Neuromonitoring Kit 03.809.858* Small Adjacent Dilator 03.809.859* Large Adjacent Dilator Locate the correct operative level and incision location with fluoroscopic views. Make a skin incision targeting the anterior third of the intravertebral disc space. A longitudinal incision should be used, if multiple levels will be fused. Once the skin incision is made and the subcutaneous tissue is taken down, the oblique muscles of the abdomen should be visible. Separate the muscle fibers with blunt dissection and enter the retroperitoneal space. Move the peritoneum anterior with forefinger and continue blunt dissection, to palpate down to the transverse process. Slide forward to the psoas muscle (Figures 1 and 2). Figure 1 Assemble the monopolar stimulating probe. Attach the cable to the handle and then to the proximal end of the monopolar stimulating probe. Pass the opposite end of the cable to the neurophysiologist or neuromonitoring technician (Figure 3). Figure 2 Probe Handle Cable Figure 3 *Also available 8 Synthes Oracle Spacer System Technique Guide

Fluoroscopy is recommended, to ensure targeting of the anterior two-thirds of the disc space of concern. By stimulating with the monopolar probe, determine a safe entry through the psoas muscle. Start in the anterior psoas and move as far posterior as possible. Probe After safe entry is established, push the stimulating probe through the psoas muscle as far posterior as possible. Continue into the annulus of the desired intervertebral disc space. Use fluoroscopy with lateral images to determine the location of the stimulating probe (Figure 4). Note: Do not impact on the probe. Remove the white handle and lead wire from the probe (Figure 5). Figure 4 Figure 5 Synthes 9

Approach continued 4 Approach spine continued Slide the small adjacent dilator anteriorly over the probe (Figure 6). Slide the large adjacent dilator anteriorly over the small adjacent dilator and the probe (Figure 7). Note: Use AP fluoroscopy to verify that each adjacent dilator has fully passed through the psoas and into the disc space. Figure 6 Figure 7 10 Synthes Oracle Spacer System Technique Guide

Insert Retractor 5 Insert retractor Retractor handle Instruments 03.809.857 Retractor Blade Driver 03.809.900 Retractor Handle 03.809.903 Retractor Blades, 03.809.915 40 mm 160 mm 03.809.918 Retractor Blade Extension 03.809.919 Retractor Intradiscal Anchor Retractor blade 03.809.923 Retractor Extension Driver 03.809.941 Universal Arm 03.809.942 Table Clamp, for Universal Arm 388.14 Socket Wrench with straight handle Optional instruments 03.612.031 Fiber Optic Light Cable 03.809.925S* Oracle Retractor Light Clip, sterile 03.809.943 Retractor Pin Blade driver 03.820.101 Self-Retaining Screwdriver Assemble the retractor blades to the retractor handle. Determine the appropriate retractor blade length from the depth indicators on the tissue dissector. Assemble the blades to the retractor handle with the retractor blade driver. Note: Do not over-torque the blade driver. Finger-tightening is more than sufficient to retain the blades to the retractor handle. In the event the blade screws become stripped, order replacement blade screws (D64). *Also available Synthes 11

Insert Retractor continued 5 Insert retractor continued Slide the retractor over the adjacent dilators and probe. Use an anterior/ posterior fluoroscopic image to determine the position of the retractor blade tips. Retractor blades should contact the disc and/ or vertebral endplates, perpendicular to the disc space. If they are separated from the disc space and/or vertebral endplates, push down on the retractor to push through the psoas muscle before opening the retractor, to minimize the tissue creep (Figure 1). Retractor Tissue dissector Remove the adjacent dilators. Maintain the probe in position for a point of reference, open the retractor to the desired position and turn the speednut to lock it (Figure 2). Figure 1 Note: Initial cavity of the retractor is 18 mm and fully expands to 70 mm. Figure 2 12 Synthes Oracle Spacer System Technique Guide

Use the universal arm and table clamp to stabilize the retractor to the OR table. Turn the table clamp lever counterclockwise to loosen. Slide the table clamp onto the OR table rail. Insert the post of the universal arm through the opening of the table clamp with the articulation of the arm facing the patient. Turn the table clamp lever clockwise to tighten. Insert the universal arm into the connector of the retractor handle and turn the knob on the arm clockwise to tighten (Figure 3). Universal Arm The MIS Support System may also be used to stabilize the retractor (refer to the MIS Support System Assembly Guide). Retract the third blade posteriorly by turning the knob clockwise with the socket wrench. The third blade should not be placed much beyond the posterior 1/3 margin of the disc space, to avoid any neural structures. To release the amount of retraction, push the button and turn the knob counterclockwise with the socket wrench (Figure 4). Figure 3 Table Clamp Note: The independent third blade provides up to 20 mm retraction. With the blades open and secure, slide the light clip onto either the cranial or caudal blades of the retractor. Bend the clip to increase visualization. Insert the light clip cable into the end of the fiber optic light cable. Turn on the light source. Under direct vision, stimulate the exposed area with the monopolar stimulating probe to ensure the surgical field is free of nerve roots. Socket wrench Knob Third blade Button Figure 4 Synthes 13

Insert Retractor continued 5 Insert retractor continued For further retraction, the cranial and caudal blades can independently provide up to 15 of cranial and caudal angulation. Use the socket wrench on either the cranial or caudal knob and turn counterclockwise to release, or clockwise to tighten, into the desired position (Figure 5). For increased retractor stability, attach the intradiscal anchor to the third blade by screwing the anchor onto the extension driver. Slide the anchor down the grooves of the third blade. Unscrew the driver from the anchor (Figure 6). Optional instruments 03.809.943 Retractor Pin 03.820.101 Self-Retaining Screwdriver Knob Socket wrench For additional retractor stability, attach the retractor pin to the self-retaining screwdriver. Slide the pin down the grooves of either the cranial or caudal blade and screw the pin into the vertebral body. It is recommended to remove the retractor pin before any distraction or trialing of disc space (Figure 6). 15º 15º Figure 5 Retractor pin Intradiscal anchor Figure 6 14 Synthes Oracle Spacer System Technique Guide

If the psoas or soft tissue creeps beneath the cranial or caudal blades, the blade extensions provide an additional 10 mm extension. Assemble the blade extension to the extension driver and slide the blade extension down the grooves of either the cranial or caudal blade, while holding back the psoas muscle (Figure 7). Blade extension Extension driver Blade extension Figure 7 Synthes 15

Perform Discectomy 6 Perform discectomy Instruments 03.605.001/ Disc Rongeurs, straight, without teeth, 03.605.002 4 mm and 6 mm widths 03.605.004 Endplate Elevator, 20 mm width, 430 mm length 03.809.819 Oracle Paddle Shavers, 03.809.827 9 mm 17 mm heights 03.809.829 Oracle Shavers, 03.809.837 9 mm 17 mm heights 03.809.861 Oracle Curettes, bayoneted, 03.809.870 5.5 mm or 7.5 mm cup width 03.809.872/ Oracle Bayoneted Ring Curettes, 03.809.873 8 mm and 6 mm widths 394.951 Quick Release T-Handle Figure 1 Figure 2 Remove disc material from the intervertebral space using any of the following: endplate elevator, cup and ring curettes, rongeurs, or shavers. The endplate elevator can be used to loosen the disc material from the endplates. Use fluoroscopy to ensure complete removal of disc material. Use the forward biting cup curettes to push disc material (Figure 1) and the 90º up-biting curettes to collect disc material from the disc space (Figure 2). The cup curettes are available in two cup sizes, 5.5 mm denoted by the white band, and 7.5 mm denoted by the green band. 50 mm 50 mm The shavers can be used initially to ream out disc material or for final removal of the disc material and cartilaginous tissue. The Oracle shaver is shown in Figure 3. Note: The medial/lateral dimension of the shavers is 50 mm (Figure 3 insets). The height is undersized by 1 mm, compared to the implant height, to ensure a tight fit for final implant insertion. Figure 3 16 Synthes Oracle Spacer System Technique Guide

Prepare Endplates After the discectomy is performed, break through the contralateral annulus with the endplate elevator. Use a fluoroscopic image to determine that the contralateral annulus has been perforated. Optional instruments 45 mm 03.809.875 Oracle Spreaders, 03.809.877 9 mm 13 mm heights If the disc is severely collapsed, use the spreaders to distract and re-create the normal disc height, restore lordosis, and open the neuroforamen (Figure 4). Note: The medial/lateral dimension of the spreader is 45 mm. Figure 4 7 Prepare endplates Instrument 03.809.849 Oracle Rasp (8 mm height) 35 mm When the discectomy is complete, use the rasp to remove the superficial cartilaginous layers of the endplates and expose bleeding bone. Important: Excessive removal of the subchondral bone may weaken the vertebral endplate. If the entire endplate is removed, subsidence and a loss of segmental stability may result. Note: The medial/lateral dimension of the rasp is 35 mm. Synthes 17

Trial for Implant Size 8 Trial for implant size Instruments 03.809.229 Oracle Trial Spacers, 0 angle, 03.809.237 9 mm 17 mm heights Oracle trial spacer 03.809.629 Oracle Trial Spacers, 8º angle, 03.809.637 9 mm 17 mm heights 03.809.930 Inline Handle, with quick release and sport grip Inline handle Connect an appropriately sized trial spacer to the handle. Insert the trial spacer into the disc space, ensuring that the orientation of the trial spacer is correct. Each lordotic trial spacer is etched with anterior and posterior markings. Controlled and light hammering on the trial spacer handle may be required to advance the trial spacer into the intervertebral disc space. 50 mm Use fluoroscopy to confirm the fit of the trial spacer. Each trial spacer has a center opening that can be visualized in an AP fluoroscopic view. This center rib of the trial should align with the spinous processes or be equidistant from the pedicles on an AP fluoroscopic view. If the trial spacer appears too small or too tight, try the next larger or smaller size height until the most secure fit is achieved (Figure1). Note: The anterior/posterior dimension of the trial spacer is 22 mm to correspond to the implant. The trial spacers medial/ lateral dimension is 50 mm (Figure 2). Use fluoroscopy to determine the appropriate ML dimension of the implant for the patient. Take a lateral fluoroscopic image to determine the anterior and posterior position of the trial spacer. The trial spacer, and ultimately the implant, should sit within the anterior 2/3 of the intervertebral disc space. The height of the trial spacer is undersized by 1 mm, compared to the implant, to ensure a tight fit for final implant insertion. Figure 1 22 mm 50 mm Figure 2 18 Synthes Oracle Spacer System Technique Guide

Insert Implant 9 Remove trial spacer Instrument Oracle slap hammer 03.809.972 Oracle Slap Hammer Slide the Oracle slap hammer onto the end of the inline handle. While holding the handle with one hand, apply an upward force to the slap hammer with the other hand (Figure 1). Repeat this process until the trial spacer is removed. Note: Hold down the retractor while removing the trial spacers. Remove the Oracle slap hammer from the handle by pushing on the end of the slap hammer (Figure 2). Handle Figure 1 Figure 2 10 Insert implant T-handle Instruments 03.809.874 Oracle Implant Holder Pusher 03.809.881 Oracle Impactor 03.809.921 Oracle Lateral Quick Inserter/Distractor (SQUID) Select an Oracle implant that corresponds to the height measured using the trial spacer in the previous steps. Thread Option 1: Using the Oracle lateral quick inserter/ distractor Depth stops Turn the T-handle counterclockwise until the pusher stops. When the thread is completely turned, place the instrument flat on the table to load the implant. Pack the interior of the implant with autologous bone. Place the implant into the rails, ensuring the implant is securely seated into the pusher. Rails Pusher Tips Note: Anterior/ posterior etching on the rails ensure proper loading of lordotic implants. Synthes 19

Insert Implant continued 10 Insert implant continued Turn the T-handle clockwise until the implant is engaged by both rails. The implant is now held securely. Note: Ensure that the implant is centered and follows the rails between the implant teeth. Place the tips of the instrument into the disc space so the depth stops touch the lateral rim of the vertebral bodies. To ensure proper insertion of the implant, take an anterior/ posterior fluoroscopic image to determine that the inserter is perpendicular to the intervertebral space and depth stops are touching the lateral rim of the vertebral bodies.the tips of the instrument are 35 mm in depth from the depth stops, 20 mm in width, and 1 mm thick. While applying a firm and stationary force on the grip with one hand, turn the T-handle clockwise to advance the implant down the rails and into the disc space. Using fluoroscopic images, verify the implant s progression and the location of the depth stops on the vertebral bodies. Continue turning the T-handle until it bottoms out on the grip. The inserter fully ejects and releases the implant. Note: Do not impact on the Oracle lateral quick inserter/ distractor. The Oracle lateral quick inserter/ distractor is designed to leave the implant 1 mm proud to the proximal aspect of the vertebral bodies. Depending on surgeon preference of final implant position, the surgeon may choose to remove the inserter and use the Oracle impactor to seat the implant in its desired position (i.e. flush or recessed). Use fluoroscopy to determine the position of the implant. With an AP fluoroscopic image, the two anterior/ posterior radiopaque pins of the implant should appear as one marker. These pins should line up with the midportion of the spinous process, or the lateral markers should be equidistant from the lateral edges of the vertebral bodies (Figure 1). Figure 1 Figure 2 Note: The medial/lateral marker pins of the implant are located approximately 3.85 mm from the edges of the implant. 20 Synthes Oracle Spacer System Technique Guide

With a medial/lateral fluoroscopic image, the two medial/ lateral radiopaque pins of the implant should appear as one marker. The most anterior, middle radiopaque marker should be countersunk from the anterior edge of the vertebral bodies (Figure 2). Note: The anterior/ posterior marker pins of the implant are located approximately 2.25 mm from the edges of the implant. Option 2: Using the Oracle implant holder If using the Oracle implant holder, attach the jaws of the holder to the instrument slot of the implant and tighten the speednut. Ensure that the implant is held flush against the neck of the implant holder and securely in the jaws of the holder. After being fixed to the implant holder, the interior of the implant can be packed with autologous bone. Introduce the implant into the intervertebral disc space, ensuring that the orientation of the implant is correct (Figure 3). Note: Do not impact on the Oracle implant holder. Figure 3 Remove the implant holder and use the Oracle impactor to seat the implant in its final position (Figure 4). Figure 4 Synthes 21

Supplemental Fixation 11 Supplemental fixation The Oracle spacer is intended to be used with Synthes supplemental fixation, e.g. TSLP, ATB, Antegra, Pangea, USS (including Click X) and Small Stature USS. One-level lateral view of Oracle spacer and Pangea immediately postoperative. One-level AP view of Oracle spacer and Pangea immediately postoperative. 22 Synthes Oracle Spacer System Technique Guide

Implants Oracle Spacers Oracle Spacers, 0º angle, 40 mm x 22 mm* Height (mm) 08.809.209 9 08.809.211 11 08.809.213 13 08.809.215 15 08.809.217 17 40 mm 22 mm Height Oracle Spacers, 0º angle, 45 mm x 22 mm Height (mm) 08.809.229 9 08.809.231 11 08.809.233 13 08.809.235 15 08.809.237 17 45 mm 22 mm Oracle Spacers, 0º angle, 50 mm x 22 mm Height (mm) 08.809.249 9 08.809.251 11 08.809.253 13 08.809.255 15 08.809.257 17 50 mm 22 mm Oracle Spacers, 0º angle, 55 mm x 22 mm* Height (mm) 08.809.269 9 08.809.271 11 08.809.273 13 08.809.275 15 08.809.277 17 55 mm 22 mm *Also available Total combined height of teeth is 2 mm. Synthes 23

Implants continued Oracle Spacers continued Oracle Spacers, 8º angle, 40 mm x 22 mm* Height (mm) Posterior Height (mm) 08.809.609 9 6 08.809.611 11 8 08.809.613 13 10 08.809.615 15 12 08.809.617 17 14 40 mm 22 mm Angle Height Posterior height Oracle Spacers, 8º angle, 45 mm x 22 mm Height (mm) Posterior Height (mm) 08.809.629 9 6 08.809.631 11 8 08.809.633 13 10 08.809.635 15 12 08.809.637 17 14 45 mm 22 mm Oracle Spacers, 8º angle, 50 mm x 22 mm Height (mm) Posterior Height (mm) 08.809.649 9 6 08.809.651 11 8 08.809.653 13 10 08.809.655 15 12 08.809.657 17 14 50 mm 22 mm Oracle Spacers, 8º angle, 55 mm x 22 mm* Height (mm) Posterior Height (mm) 08.809.669 9 6 08.809.671 11 8 08.809.673 13 10 08.809.675 15 12 08.809.677 17 14 55 mm 22 mm *Also available Total combined height of teeth is 2 mm. 24 Synthes Oracle Spacer System Technique Guide

Instruments 03.605.001 Disc Rongeur, straight, without teeth, 4 mm width, 330 mm length 03.605.002 Disc Rongeur, straight, without teeth, 6 mm width, 330 mm length 03.605.004 Endplate Elevator, 20 mm width, 430 mm length 03.612.031 Fiber Optic Light Cable 03.809.229 Oracle Trial Spacers, 0º, 03.809.237 9 mm 17 mm heights (2 mm increments) 03.809.629 Oracle Trial Spacers, 8º, 03.809.637 9 mm 17 mm heights (2 mm increments) 03.809.819 Oracle Paddle Shavers, 03.809.827 9 mm 17 mm height (2 mm increments) Synthes 25

Instruments continued 03.809.829 Oracle Shavers, 03.809.837 9 mm 17 mm heights (2 mm increments) 03.809.849 Oracle Rasp 03.809.857 Retractor Blade Driver Oracle Curettes, bayoneted, 7.5 mm cup width 03.809.861 straight up 03.809.862 forward biting 03.809.863 straight down 03.809.864 up-biting Oracle Curettes, bayoneted, 5.5 mm cup width 03.809.865 straight up 03.809.866 forward biting 03.809.867 straight down 03.809.868 up-biting 26 Synthes Oracle Spacer System Technique Guide

03.809.869 Oracle Curette, bayoneted, 90, up-biting, 7.5 mm cup width 03.809.870 Oracle Curette, bayoneted, 90, up-biting, 5.5 mm cup width 03.809.872 Oracle Bayoneted Ring Curette, 8 mm tip width 03.809.873 Oracle Bayoneted Ring Curette, 6 mm tip width 03.809.874 Oracle Implant Holder Oracle Spreaders 03.809.875 9 mm height 03.809.876 11 mm height 03.809.877 13 mm height Synthes 27

Instruments continued 03.809.881 Oracle Impactor 03.809.900 Retractor Handle 03.809.903 Retractor Blades, 40 mm 160 mm 03.809.915 (10 mm increments) 03.809.918 Retractor Blade Extension 03.809.919 Retractor Intradiscal Anchor 03.809.921 Oracle Lateral Quick Inserter/Distractor (SQUID) 28 Synthes Oracle Spacer System Technique Guide

03.809.923 Retractor Extension Driver 03.809.930 Inline Handle, with quick release and sport grip 03.809.940 Oracle Implant Remover 03.809.941 Universal Arm 03.809.942 Table Clamp for Universal Arm Synthes 29

Instruments continued 03.809.943 Retractor Pin 03.809.972 Oracle Slap Hammer 03.809.973 Bayoneted Scalpel Handle 03.809.974 Bipolar Forceps 03.809.975 Long Suction Instrument 30 Synthes Oracle Spacer System Technique Guide

03.809.977 Soft Tissue Retractor, 6 mm 03.820.101 Self-Retaining Screwdriver 388.14 Socket Wrench with straight handle, 6 mm width across flats 389.713 Blunt Dissector, 6 mm/7 mm 394.951 Quick Release T-Handle Synthes 31

Oracle Implant Set (01.809.001) Graphic Case 60.809.001 Graphic Case, for Oracle Implants includes (60.809.005 and 60.809.006) Implants Oracle Spacers, 0º angle, 2 ea. 08.809.229 45 mm x 22 mm, 9 mm height 08.809.231 45 mm x 22 mm, 11 mm height 08.809.233 45 mm x 22 mm, 13 mm height 08.809.235 45 mm x 22 mm, 15 mm height 08.809.237 45 mm x 22 mm, 17 mm height 08.809.249 50 mm x 22 mm, 9 mm height 08.809.251 50 mm x 22 mm, 11 mm height 08.809.253 50 mm x 22 mm, 13 mm height 08.809.255 50 mm x 22 mm, 15 mm height 08.809.257 50 mm x 22 mm, 17 mm height Oracle Spacers, 8º angle, 2 ea. 08.809.629 45 mm x 22 mm, 9 mm height 08.809.631 45 mm x 22 mm, 11 mm height 08.809.633 45 mm x 22 mm, 13 mm height 08.809.635 45 mm x 22 mm, 15 mm height 08.809.637 45 mm x 22 mm, 17 mm height 08.809.649 50 mm x 22 mm, 9 mm height 08.809.651 50 mm x 22 mm, 11 mm height 08.809.653 50 mm x 22 mm, 13 mm height 08.809.655 50 mm x 22 mm, 15 mm height 08.809.657 50 mm x 22 mm, 17 mm height 32 Synthes Oracle Spacer System Technique Guide

Oracle Access Instrument Set (01.809.002) Graphic Case 60.809.002 Graphic Case, for Oracle Spacer System Access Instruments Instruments 03.809.857 Retractor Blade Driver 03.809.900 Retractor Handle Retractor Blades, 3 ea. 03.809.903 40 mm 03.809.904 50 mm 03.809.905 60 mm 03.809.906 70 mm 03.809.907 80 mm 03.809.908 90 mm 03.809.909 100 mm 03.809.910 110 mm 03.809.911 120 mm 03.809.912 130 mm 03.809.913 140 mm 03.809.914 50 mm 03.809.915 160 mm 03.809.918 Retractor Blade Extension, 3 ea. 03.809.919 Retractor Intradiscal Anchor, 2 ea. 03.809.923 Retractor Extension Driver 03.809.943 Retractor Pin, 3 ea. 03.809.973 Bayoneted Scalpel Handle 03.809.974 Bipolar Forceps 03.809.975 Long Suction Instrument 03.809.977 Soft Tissue Retractor, 6 mm 03.820.101 Self-Retaining Screwdriver 388.14 Socket Wrench with straight handle, 6 mm width across flats 389.713 Blunt Dissector, 6 mm/7 mm Note: For additional information, please refer to package insert. For detailed cleaning and sterilization instructions, please refer to http://www.synthes.com/sites/na/medicalcommunity/pages/cleaning_and_sterilization.aspx or to the below listed inserts, which will be included in the shipping container: Processing Synthes Reusable Medical Devices Instruments, Instrument Trays and Graphic Cases DJ1305 Processing Non-sterile Synthes Implants DJ1304 Synthes 33

Oracle Discectomy Instrument Set (01.809.003) Graphic Case 60.809.003 Graphic Case, for Oracle Spacer System Discectomy Instruments Instruments 03.605.001 Disc Rongeur, straight, without teeth, 4 mm width, 330 mm length 03.605.002 Disc Rongeur, straight, without teeth, 6 mm width, 330 mm length 03.605.004 Endplate Elevator, 20 mm width, 430 mm length Oracle Paddle Shavers 03.809.819 9 mm height 03.809.821 11 mm height 03.809.823 13 mm height 03.809.825 15 mm height 03.809.827 17 mm height Oracle Shavers 03.809.829 9 mm height 03.809.831 11 mm height 03.809.833 13 mm height 03.809.835 15 mm height 03.809.837 17 mm height Oracle Curettes, bayoneted, 7.5 mm cup width 03.809.861 straight up 03.809.862 forward biting 03.809.863 straight down 03.809.864 up-biting Oracle Curettes, bayoneted 5.5 mm cup width 03.809.865 straight up, 03.809.866 forward biting, 03.809.867 straight down, 03.809.868 up-biting, 03.809.869 Oracle Curette, bayoneted, 90, up-biting, 7.5 mm cup width 03.809.870 Oracle Curette, bayoneted, 90, up-biting, 5.5 mm cup width 03.809.872 Oracle Ring Curette, bayoneted, 8 mm tip width 03.809.873 Oracle Ring Curette, bayoneted, 6 mm tip width 394.951 Quick Release T-Handle, 2 ea. 34 Synthes Oracle Spacer System Technique Guide

Oracle Insertion Instrument Set (01.809.004) Graphic Case 60.809.004 Graphic Case, for Oracle Spacer System Insertion Instruments Instruments Oracle Trial Spacers, 0 03.809.229 9 mm height 03.809.231 11 mm height 03.809.233 13 mm height 03.809.235 15 mm height 03.809.237 17 mm height Oracle Trial Spacers, 8 03.809.629 9 mm height 03.809.631 11 mm height 03.809.633 13 mm height 03.809.635 15 mm height 03.809.637 17 mm height 03.809.849 Oracle Rasp 03.809.874 Oracle Implant Holder Oracle Spreaders 03.809.875 9 mm height 03.809.876 11 mm height 03.809.877 13 mm height 03.809.881 Oracle Impactor 03.809.921 Oracle Lateral Quick Inserter/ Distractor 03.809.930 Inline Handle, with quick release and sport grip, 2 ea. 03.809.940 Oracle Implant Remover 03.809.972 Oracle Slap Hammer Synthes 35

Stability System (01.809.018) Graphic Case 60.809.012 Graphic Case, for Stability System Instruments 03.612.031 Fiber Optic Light Cable 03.809.941 Universal Arm 03.809.942 Table Clamp for Universal Arm 36 Synthes Oracle Spacer System Technique Guide

Also Available Sets 01.612.100 MIS Support System 01.605.500 Minimally Invasive Posterior Instrument Set 01.605.600 ProPrep Disc Preparation Set 01.809.010 Oracle Auxiliary Instrument Set Kit 03.809.002S Oracle Neuromonitoring Kit, sterile Instruments 03.809.809 Oracle Broach 03.809.858 Small Adjacent Dilator 03.809.859 Large Adjacent Dilator 03.809.860 Tissue Dissector PDL102 Slotted Mallet Accessories 03.809.925S Oracle Retractor Light Clip, sterile Implants Oracle Spacers, 0º angle 08.809.209 40 mm x 22 mm, 9 mm height 08.809.211 40 mm x 22 mm, 11 mm height 08.809.213 40 mm x 22 mm, 13 mm height 08.809.215 40 mm x 22 mm, 15 mm height 08.809.217 40 mm x 22 mm, 17 mm height 08.809.269 55 mm x 22 mm, 9 mm height 08.809.271 55 mm x 22 mm, 11 mm height 08.809.273 55 mm x 22 mm, 13 mm height 08.809.275 55 mm x 22 mm, 15 mm height 08.809.277 55 mm x 22 mm, 17 mm height Oracle Spacers, 8º angle 08.809.609 40 mm x 22 mm, 9 mm height 08.809.611 40 mm x 22 mm, 11 mm height 08.809.613 40 mm x 22 mm, 13 mm height 08.809.615 40 mm x 22 mm, 15 mm height 08.809.617 40 mm x 22 mm, 17 mm height 08.809.669 55 mm x 22 mm, 9 mm height 08.809.671 55 mm x 22 mm, 11 mm height 08.809.673 55 mm x 22 mm, 13 mm height 08.809.675 55 mm x 22 mm, 15 mm height 08.809.677 55 mm x 22 mm, 17 mm height Synthes

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