Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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4083360 | Orthopedic Clinics of North America | 2007 | 11 Pages |
Abstract
Computer image guidance is one of the most significant recent technologic advancements in the field of spine surgery, because preoperative or intraoperative images can be used for multiplanar, three-dimensional intraoperative navigation. Laboratory and clinical studies have demonstrated that image guidance increases the safety and accuracy of a variety of spinal procedures. This article describes the application of intraoperative image guidance to spinal surgery, with a particular focus on minimal access procedures. Although commonly performed separately, these techniques can work in a complementary fashion. The apparent benefits and limitations of the various image-guided modalities are described.
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Authors
Langston T. Holly, Kevin T. Foley,