Professional Technical IVT

MAGEC

Pronunciation: MAG-ek

Also written as: MAGEC — Magnetically Controlled Growing Rods

Magnetically Controlled Growing Rods, a spinal implant system that allows non-invasive lengthening using external magnetic fields.

Full Definition

MAGEC (Magnetically Controlled Growing Rods) represents an advanced spinal implant technology for treating progressive spinal deformities in growing children. Unlike traditional growing rods that require surgical lengthening procedures every 6 months, MAGEC rods can be expanded non-invasively using an external magnetic controller in an outpatient setting. This technology significantly reduces the number of surgeries required during childhood growth while maintaining spinal correction. Proper documentation must include specific device specifications, expansion protocols, and magnetic field exposure precautions.

Usage

Usage note: Spell out full form on first use; include MRI safety warnings in patient documentation.

In Context

"The patient underwent bilateral MAGEC rod implantation for progressive early-onset scoliosis." — Surgical summary
"MAGEC rod distraction was performed using the external magnetic controller, achieving 5mm lengthening bilaterally." — Clinic procedure note

Also known as

Magnetically Controlled Growing Rods magnetic growing rods

Don't confuse with

VEPTR traditional growing rods

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