Medtronic 963-724 5-Inch Fixation Pin for Spine Stealth Station System 7"

Medtronic StealthStation™ Fixation Pin | 5" Working Length | 963-724 | Reusable

The Medtronic 963-724 is an extended-length orthopedic fixation pin engineered for the most demanding StealthStation™ Surgical Navigation scenarios. In image-guided spine surgery (IGS), the accuracy of the entire procedure depends on the rigid, "zero-shift" connection between the patient's anatomy and the navigation reference frame. This fixation pin serves as that primary anchor, typically securing the reference array to the spinous process or the iliac crest.

With a 5-inch working length and a 7-inch overall length, this model is specifically designed for patients with significant soft tissue depth or for procedures where the reference array must be elevated high above the surgical field to clear bulky retractors or maintain a clear line of sight for the optical cameras.

Key Specifications

• Manufacturer: Medtronic (Navigation Division)

• Model / REF: 963-724

• System Compatibility: StealthStation™ S7, S8, and Treon™ Platforms

• Working Length: 6 Inches (152 mm)

• Overall Length: 7 Inches (178 mm)

• Material: Medical-Grade Surgical Stainless Steel

• Tip Configuration: Sharp-Trocar Threaded Tip

• Cleaning: Fully Autoclavable / Reusable

Technical & Clinical Advantages

• Extended Deep-Tissue Clearance: The 7-inch profile is the "long-reach" standard for Medtronic navigation sets. It is essential for posterior lumbar fusions in larger patients, ensuring the navigation array is not obstructed by paraspinal musculature or surgical drapes.

• Rigid S-Stabilization: Despite its length, the 963-724 is forged from high-tensile stainless steel to resist "flex" or vibration. This rigidity is vital for maintaining sub-millimeter navigation accuracy from the initial registration through to final implant placement.

• High-Torque Cortical Purchase: The distal threaded tip is precision-ground for aggressive "bite" into the spinous process or iliac crest, providing a stable, immovable base that resists accidental displacement during instrument changes.

• Medtronic Stealth™ Integration: The shaft diameter is precision-calibrated to interface perfectly with Medtronic universal reference clamps and frames, preventing the "drift" often associated with non-OEM or generic pins.

• Superior Visibility: By elevating the tracking spheres further from the wound, this pin helps eliminate "occlusion" errors, where the navigation camera's view of the tracking array is blocked by the surgeon's hands or secondary instruments.

Applications

• Complex Spine Surgery: Anchoring the navigation reference frame for multi-level pedicle screw placement or deformity correction.

• Iliac Crest Fixation: Providing a stable reference point for pelvic reconstructions and lumbar-sacral fixations.

• Obese Patient Population: Navigating through deep soft-tissue corridors where shorter pins (like the 963-721) cannot provide sufficient clearance.

Condition & Quality Assurance

• Status: Used – Good Usable Condition.

• Maintenance: This instrument shows visible signs of professional use (minor surface scuffs or cosmetic "tray wear" consistent with standard hospital processing), but it remains fully functional. The threaded tip is sharp and intact, the 7-inch shaft is perfectly straight, and the stainless steel is free of pitting.

• Professional Standards: With over 25 years of experience in surgical navigation and hospital materials, Primis Medical ensures all Medtronic Stealth™ accessories are function-verified and ultrasonically cleaned prior to shipment.

Shipping & Handling

• Secure Logistics: Shipped in protective, rigid packaging to ensure the distal threads and long-axis alignment remain in factory-standard condition during transit.

• Fast Dispatch: Ships within 1 business day.