Robot-assisted spinal augmentation procedures: is it worth the increased effort?
Journal:
European spine journal : official publication of the European Spine Society, the European Spinal Deformity Society, and the European Section of the Cervical Spine Research Society
Published Date:
Nov 1, 2023
Abstract
PURPOSE: Spinal augmentation procedures (SAP) are standard procedures for vertebral compression fractures. Often, SAPs are carried out in a minimally invasive, percutaneous way. Certain anatomic conditions such as small pedicles or kyphotic deformities resulting from a significant collapse of the vertebral body might render the operation more difficult and increase the risk of complications. Thus, robot assistance might be useful to optimize the trajectory and to reduce procedure-associated complications. In this study robot-assisted percutaneous SAPs are compared with conventional fluoroscopy-guided percutaneous SAP.