Surgeries for Spine Infections
Navigation-assisted spine surgery is a major advancement in precision surgery, combining real-time computer guidance with advanced imaging to provide a 'GPS-like' view of the spine. Under the expert care of Dr Shafeek in Calicut, surgeons can see the exact position of instruments in relation to a patient’s unique spinal anatomy, ensuring millimeter-level accuracy during delicate procedures such as spinal fusion, infection management, or deformity correction. This technology enhances safety, efficacy, and outcomes for complex spine surgeries.
The process starts with creating a detailed 3D map of the spine using a preoperative CT or intraoperative scan. In the operating room, a camera tracks markers on a reference array fixed to the patient’s spine and on surgical instruments. A computer integrates this data with the 3D map, showing the real-time position and trajectory of instruments on a monitor. This allows Dr Shafeek to execute the surgical plan with sub-millimeter precision, improving accuracy and safety.
Navigation-assisted surgery increases accuracy in pedicle screw placement and is a crucial tool for Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS), enabling surgeons to work through smaller incisions with less tissue trauma. It also reduces the need for repeated X-rays, lowering radiation exposure for both patients and surgical teams. Overall, it ensures optimal implant placement, enhances patient safety, and contributes to better long-term outcomes.
While navigation enhances surgical precision, the skill and expertise of Dr Shafeek remain central to success. This technology transforms complex spine procedures into safer, more reliable operations, leading to fewer complications, faster recovery, and improved quality of life for patients undergoing surgery for spinal infections in Calicut.