CARLSBAD, Calif. — Alphatec Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATEC), a leader in spine surgery innovation, has announced the commercial launch of its Prone TransPsoas (PTP™) Corpectomy system, further advancing its lateral approach platform to address complex thoracolumbar spine conditions.
The launch marks a key milestone in the evolution of ATEC’s PTP surgical approach by expanding its application to deformity and corpectomy procedures. The system is designed to enable spine surgeons to treat challenging pathologies such as tumors, trauma, infection, and spinal deformities with greater precision and control.
“PTP Corpectomy represents a significant step forward in ATEC’s commitment to improving patient outcomes in the most complex spine surgeries,” said Pat Miles, Chairman and CEO of ATEC. “By integrating advanced surgical techniques into a fully proceduralized system, we’re giving surgeons the tools to more predictably and effectively address the most demanding cases.”
The system includes several key components tailored for complex procedures. The Sigma™ LIF Corpectomy Access System provides versatile retractor configurations and customizable exposure options for both prone and lateral decubitus approaches. The Ascend™ NanoTec™ Vertebral Body Replacement (VBR) System, featuring an expandable, anatomy-driven design and surface technology aimed at enhancing bone growth, offers structural support and adaptability during vertebral body replacement procedures. The SafeOp™ Neural InformatiX™ System adds a layer of intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring, including real-time femoral nerve health tracking and single-position lumbar plexus localization.
Surgeons who have adopted the system praised its performance and versatility. Dr. John Kleimeyer, an orthopedic spine surgeon at Stanford University, called the PTP Corpectomy system a “workhorse” for managing complex spinal conditions. “Having a retractor designed specifically for lateral corpectomy and an implant tailored to these demanding procedures makes a substantial difference in surgical execution and outcomes,” he said.
Dr. Puya Alikhani, a neurosurgeon at the University of South Florida and Tampa General Hospital, highlighted the system’s reliability during reconstruction of anterior column pathologies. “The Ascend VBR System offers controlled distraction and modular endplates that simplify insertion while enhancing construct stability,” he said.
The PTP Corpectomy solution integrates seamlessly with ATEC’s broader surgical platform, including the PTP Patient Positioning System, creating a comprehensive, single-position lateral surgery solution. The company says the approach is designed to improve access, reduce procedural risk, and drive improved clinical outcomes for patients undergoing complex spine surgeries.
