IMPLANET announced the first surgeries in the United States with JAZZ™ PF, the latest innovation from its JAZZ® range. A unique concept on the market, JAZZ™ PF allows surgeons to create a soft landing of posterior spinal constructs to prevent proximal junctional kyphosis (PJK). This syndrome is a relatively common and serious complication following adult spinal deformity surgery.

Studies show that up to 40% of patients who have undergone spinal deformity surgery develop PJK and may need to be reoperated. Use of JAZZ™ PF creates a stiffness gradient, between the upper instrumented vertebrae and the tethered proximal segmental level. Having obtained CE marking in Europe and 510(k) regulatory clearance from FDA in the United States, this solution is quick and easy to use and requires no specific instrumentation.