Preoperative planning for intraoperative navigation guidance.

ABSTRACT: Intraoperative navigation for spinal procedures has continued to gain popularity. Numerous platforms are currently on the market and offer a spectrum of features. Preoperative considerations when utilizing this technology begin with understanding the fundamental concepts and methods of navigation. Several key factors including patient positioning, reference array placement, and sequence of instrumentation can help improve intraoperative navigation workflow when planned appropriately. The authors review current literature to help guide surgeon decision making when utilizing navigation. Additionally, tips and techniques for use of navigation are detailed to help avoid common surgeon pitfalls. In general, navigation platforms are classified based on image acquisition and degree of surgeon mot

SUBMITTER: Sabri SA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7859791 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature