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ReviewDer Orthopade2019

[Navigation in lumbar spinal surgery: When is it useful?]

K Schöller, F Jablawi

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Review in Der Orthopade, 2019. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.

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1 · What the graph read from it

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3 · Its place in the literature

Who cites it

1 citing paper in PubMed.

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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

2 authors.

K SchöllerNeurochirurgische Klinik, Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen, Klinikstraße 33, 35392, Gießen, Deutschland. karsten.schoeller@neuro.med.uni-giessen.de.
F JablawiNeurochirurgische Klinik, Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen, Klinikstraße 33, 35392, Gießen, Deutschland.

Funding

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundSpinal navigation has evolved greatly since its implementation in the mid-1990s and is now widely used in lumbar spine surgery. However, navigation is not yet accepted as a standard technique. APPLICATIONS: In addition to the classic use in lumbar pedicle screw instrumentation, navigation technology, especially in combination with intraoperative 3D imaging, can be applied in a wide range of indications and in all lumbar approaches. The technology is particularly helpful in minimally invasive operations. The concept of "total navigation" stands for an efficient use of the technique from skin incision on and aims at complete elimination of radiation exposure for the surgical team. ADVANTAGES AND PITFALLS: High accuracy and low radiation exposure of the OR team are indisputable advantages of navigated operations, while time savings and economic benefits are yet to be demonstrated. Regular use and standardized workflow are essential for the safe and effective application of lumbar navigation. Currently, lumbar navigation technology is already of great importance, yet the complex technology requires intensive training. With improved user comfort and image quality, spinal navigation will continue to spread in the future.

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Pedicle ScrewsSpinal FusionSurgery, Computer-AssistedLumbar VertebraeLumbosacral Region3D-imagingAccuracyLumbar vertebraePedicle screwsSurgery, computer assisted

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PMID30560400

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