Background Computer-assisted spinal navigation allows for real time localization of surgical
instruments in multiple views. Its use decreases radiation exposure and clears the surgical …

OBJECTIVE: Computer-assisted surgery (CAS) can improve the accuracy of screw
placement and decrease radiation exposure, yet this is not widely accepted among spine …

Objective: In contrast to cranial neuro-navigation, which has been accepted as a routine
intraoperative tool, there is still much debate about spinal navigation as an aid for the …

The use of navigation has become more prevalent in spine surgery. The multitude of
available platforms, as well as increased availability of navigation systems, have led to …

THE use of assistive technology for placement of pedicle screws has had a tremendous
impact on the practice of spine surgery. Computer navigation and robot-assisted navigation …

Abstract Purpose of Review The goal of the review is to discuss the common general
applications of navigation in the context of minimally invasive spine surgery and assess its …

BackgroundComputer-assisted navigation (CAN) improves the accuracy of spinal
instrumentation in vertebral fractures and degenerative spine disease; however, it is not …

Spinal surgery is a technically demanding and challenging procedure because of the
complicated anatomical structures of the spine and its proximity to several important tissues …

Background Orthopedic residents in our institute have the opportunity to participate in
navigation-assisted spine surgery during their residency training. This paves the way for a …

Introduction Intraoperative navigation during spine surgery improves pedicle screw
placement accuracy. However, limited studies have correlated the use of navigation with …