Dear reader,
Welcome to the latest innovations, produced by the AO Innovation Translation Center (AO ITC).
Following the successful launch of the AO ITC in March 2020, this format now covers not only the new developments from the AO Technical Commission (AO TC) but also the innovation activities of the Technology Transfer, Clinical Operations, and Clinical Science units. You also have the opportunity to read selected articles from the AO Research Institute Davos.
The AO ITC is the AO's innovation hub. By bringing different AO innovation units under one roof, silos are broken down and ideas flow more freely. Under the leadership of Claas Albers, the AO ITC explores and channels innovative ideas from the AO global network to realize their full potential, thus generating value according to the AO's core mission. Innovation translation at the AO ITC encompasses the conception and development of clinical solutions and the creation of scientific evidence to prove the added value of new solutions. Full details on the goals and key activities of the AO ITC can be found in the article "The AO Innovation Translation Center: strengthening innovation within the AO". The information therein also contains an overview of the various opportunities to transform your ideas into clinical reality in collaboration with the AO ITC.
You can access our entire innovations portfolio online through our AO Approved Solutions and the Technology Transfer website. Previous editions of the Innovations magazine are available in the download section.
Latest innovations
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Veterinary Screw Targeting Clamp (STC)
A targeted screw placement system permits improved accuracy of screw insertion
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MAXFRAME AUTOSTRUT™
Introducing the first-of-its-kind fully automated hexapod ring-fixation system.
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Teligen System
Facilitating access, enhancing visualization, and combining the best of tubular retractors and endoscopy.
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SYNJECT Cement Delivery System
A hydraulic-based system to reduce radiation exposure to surgeons during cement injection.
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Biphasic Plate Distal Femur
Designed to provide suitable flexibility for healing and increased implant strength for early full weight bearing.
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3.5 mm Intrapelvic Acetabular System
A new precontoured implant for superior anatomical fit and a set of instruments resulting in reduced surgical complexity.
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Distal Radius Nail
AO's Development Incubator facilitated the development of an intramedullary implant for extra-articular distal radius fractures.
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CONDUIT™ Interbody Platform
Demonstrating advancement in cage technology using 3D printing.
News from the AO Innovation Translation Center
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Cost-effectiveness of cement augmented PFNA in different healthcare settings
The cost savings were mainly driven by the prevention of additional costs due to treatment related complications (mechanical failures).
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2023 Update from the SDSTF
Setting out to understand the patient's recovery journey post-injury in a novel light.
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Tribute to Randy Boudrieau
Appreciating the long-time involvement in the AO Technical Commission.
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AO TC Innovation Prize awarded to the PEEG
The AO TC is delighted to announce the Pelvic Expert Group (PEEG) as the esteemed winner of the 2023 Innovation Prize.
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AO and icotec kick off joint development
The AO Foundation and icotec ag announce the successful agreement and kick off of their joint development of a new generation pedicle system.
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Cost-effectiveness of cement augmented PFNA
Fixation with use of cement augmentation dominated fixation with no augmentation for unstable trochanteric fractures, resulting in cost savings and QALY gains.
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News from the AO Research Institute Davos
Locked lateral plating vs. tension band wiring in patella fractures
Investigating the biomechanical performance of the two methods used for fixation of simple and complex patella fractures.
Dynamic screw-suture stabilization system
Evaluating its performance in comparison to a suture-button stabilization of unstable syndesmotic injuries.
