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  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Medical Technology

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  • Image guidance (IG) and robotics are increasingly used in spine surgery.
  • These systems rely on stereotaxy and radiographic imaging.
  • Robotics offer theoretical advantages over freehand and IG techniques.

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  • To review the current literature on image guidance and robotics in spine surgery.
  • To assess the impact of these technologies on surgical accuracy and clinical outcomes.
  • To identify areas for future research and development.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing studies on IG and robotics in spinal instrumentation.
  • Analysis of data on screw placement accuracy and clinical outcomes.
  • Discussion of potential benefits and challenges associated with these technologies.

Main Results:

  • IG and robotic systems demonstrate a reduction in malpositioned screws.
  • Their impact on clinical outcomes requires further investigation.
  • These systems are valuable in complex spinal deformity, cervical/pelvic instrumentation, and tumor resection.

Conclusions:

  • IG and robotics show promise in improving surgical accuracy and reducing radiation exposure.
  • Cost and workflow integration remain important considerations.
  • Continued research is essential to define optimal applications and maximize benefits in spine surgery.