73 devices · GMDN 48165
A lumbar total intervertebral disc prosthesis is an implantable device designed to replace a damaged or degenerated disc in the lower (lumbar) spine. It is used clinically to restore disc height, relieve pain, and preserve spinal motion by mimicking the function of a natural disc.
This category refers to the complete prosthesis assembly, typically consisting of two endplates that attach to the adjacent vertebrae and a core component that allows controlled movement. Devices in this category are implanted surgically and are regulated as active implantable medical devices based on their function and materials, which are commonly metal and/or synthetic polymers.
This category summary is AI-generated from the GMDN nomenclature and has not been verified by a human reviewer.