Navigated Spinal Deformity Correction
Adult spinal deformity is the coronal, axial, or sagittal malalignment of the spinal column. Technological advances in spinal navigation and robotic assisted surgery have greatly benefited the spinal deformity surgeon. Spinal navigation and robotics have been able to improve the accuracy of pedicle screw placement and broaden the role for minimally invasive surgery within the field of spinal deformity. In addition, spinal navigation and intraoperative imaging have been utilized for planning and executing advanced osteotomies, defining anatomy in the revision setting, and producing intraoperative three-dimensional images following deformity correction. As the roles of spinal navigation and robotic assisted surgery evolve, so will their applications within the deformity setting.
