Emerging Technologies in Spine Surgery-Expanded indications for spinal navigation

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Video Summary

In this video, the speaker discusses the use of navigation and interoperative imaging in spinal surgery. They emphasize the benefits of using navigation for pedicle screw placement, stating that it improves accuracy, particularly in complex anatomy. Navigation is also used for minimally invasive procedures, allowing for precise implant positioning. The speaker also mentions the use of navigation for expanded indications, such as difficult implants and deformities. They highlight the advantages of using navigation for decompression surgeries, simplifying the procedure and providing accurate exposure. Navigation is also beneficial for tumor resections, helping surgeons determine how far the tumor has spread and guiding osteotomies and pedicle screw placement. The speaker acknowledges some limitations, such as the mobility of the cervical spine and concerns about radiation exposure in pediatric cases. Overall, they contend that navigation is a valuable tool in spinal surgery, improving accuracy and simplifying complex procedures. The speaker has a disclosure stating that they receive research grants and do consultations and presentations for BrainLab.

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Claudius Thome, MD, IFAANS

Keywords

navigation

interoperative imaging

spinal surgery

pedicle screw placement

minimally invasive procedures