Computer-aided surgery for ossification of the spinal ligaments

Abstract

Introduction Image guidance has predominantly been used for posterior spinal instrumentation to monitor cervical pedicle screw and C1-C2 transarticular screw placement. Using computed tomography (CT)-guided frameless stereotaxy, surgeons can recognize delicate anatomy in a variety of complex disorders. The authors have attempted to expand the use of this technology to the treatment of Ossification of the thoracic spinal ligaments including anterior thoracolumbar surgery. © Springer 2006.