Narrative review of intraoperative image guidance for transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion.

ABSTRACT: Recent advancements in imaging technology have changed the landscape of transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (TLIF) with the objective of improving safety and efficacy for the patient and surgical team. Spine surgery, and specifically TLIFs, involve challenging anatomy and command precise surgical accuracy, creating an essential role for intraoperative imaging, navigation, and robotics. Traditionally, surgeons have relied upon fluoroscopy for pedicle screw and interbody placement. More recently, intraoperative 3-dimensional navigation (ION) has risen in popularity in TLIF surgery. This technology utilizes intra-operative advanced imaging, such as computed tomography (CT) and 3D-fluroscopy, to accurately track instruments and implants in relation to the patient's anatomy. ION has demonstr

SUBMITTER: Weiner JA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7859762 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature