Robotic Spine Surgery
At WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute at Thomas Hospitals, our neurosurgeons are trained to perform robotic spine surgery. This advanced, minimally invasive technique enhances precision and offers a safer, more effective treatment option.
Using a robotic arm and 3D camera, our neurosurgeons can carefully guide surgical instruments with exceptional accuracy. This technology also allows them to create a surgical plan before entering the operating room, ensuring precise placement of hardware and implants through small incisions.
This approach can lead to faster recovery, less pain, and reduced risk of complications for patients
Benefits of Robotic Spine Surgery
Improved Accuracy
Robotic spine surgery represents a groundbreaking advancement in medical technology. By integrating robotics and navigation technology, our surgeons can achieve exceptional precision, minimizing risks and improving patient outcomes. The ability to meticulously plan and execute procedures enhances both safety and efficiency, making spine surgery less invasive and more predictable.
Advanced Safety
Robotic spine surgery represents a groundbreaking advancement in medical technology. By integrating robotics and navigation technology, our surgeons can achieve exceptional precision, minimizing risks and improving patient outcomes. The ability to meticulously plan and execute procedures enhances both safety and efficiency, making spine surgery less invasive and more predictable.
Better Outcomes with Faster Recovery Times
By making smaller incisions and minimizing trauma to muscles and tissues, the procedure not only reduces blood loss but also allows for smoother and quicker recovery. Robotic guidance ensures every step follows a precise plan, leading to optimal surgical outcomes.
Overview
Minimally Invasive Lumbar Fusion
- Treats nerve root compression
- Minimally invasive transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion, generally requires an overnight stay
Lumbar Laminectomy
- Treats compression of lumbar nerve roots
- Commonly for neurogenic claudication
- Can be performed:
- Open (traditional approach)
- Minimally invasively (most frequently used approach)
- Endoscopically
- Generally performed as a same-day discharge procedure
Microdiscectomy
- Treats compression of a lumbar nerve root
- Can be performed:
- Open (traditional approach)
- Minimally invasively (most frequently used approach)
- Endoscopically
- Generally performed as a same-day discharge procedure