A preliminary study of a novel robotic system for pedicle screw fixation: A randomised controlled trial

ConclusionThe outcome of screw accuracy of this robotic system was comparable with that of experienced surgeons, and no screw-related complication was found in the RA group during hospitalisation. In addition, radiation time per screw in the robotic group was significantly lower than that in the conventional group, which shows the potential to reduce radiation exposure of pedicle screw fixation assisted by this robotic system.Translational potentialOur study shows that pedicle screw fixation assisted by “Orthbot” system is accurate and safe. It is concluded that this novel robotic system offers a new option for internal implantation in spine surgery.
Source: Journal of Orthopaedic Translation - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research