Sacroiliac joint fusion guided by intraoperatively superimposed virtual surgical planning using simulated fluoroscopic images.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Sacroiliac joint fusion (SIJF) is a minimally invasive treatment for sacroiliac (SI) dysfunction. It involves placing implants through the SI joint under fluoroscopic guidance, requiring precise implant positioning to avoid nerve injury. Preoperative virtual surgical planning (VSP) aids in optimal positioning, but replicating it accurately in the operating room is challenging.

Research question

This study aims to assess the feasibility of superimposing VSP onto intraoperative fluoroscopic images to aid in optimal implant placement.

Material and methods

A method for intraoperative guidance using 3D/2D registration was developed and tested during SIJF as an available and potentially efficient alternative for costly and more invasive navigation systems. Preo

SUBMITTER: Lankheet S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11386036 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature