SPARSH Hospital, Sita Bhateja Trust completes 100 spine surgeries with O-arm surgical imaging system
The O-arm in conjunction with the StealthStation S8 Navigation system has revolutionised spine and cranial surgery
SPARSH Hospital in association with Sita Bhateja Trust has completed 100 complex spine surgeries using the O-arm surgical imaging system. The ‘O-arm’ surgical imaging system provides enhanced visualisation, allowing for greater precision and accuracy during complex procedures.
The O-arm in conjunction with the StealthStation S8 Navigation system has revolutionised spine and cranial surgery. It provides high-resolution CT scans during surgery, effectively creating a map of the patient’s anatomy. This map is then transferred to the navigation system, similar to a GPS, to guide the surgeon during the procedure. The navigation system enables the surgeon to navigate the patient’s specific anatomy with accuracy and precision, making it possible to perform surgeries through small, minimally invasive approaches.
Dr Arvind Bhateja, Lead Neuro & Spine Surgeon, SPARSH Hospital, said, “Over the last 10 months, SPARSH in association with Sita Bhateja Trust has completed 100 complex surgeries with excellent results and most of which have been minimally invasive. From craniovertebral junction surgeries to deformity correction, thoracic and lumbar fusion, posterior cervical pedicle screw instrumentation, and more, we have offered our patients improved outcomes and faster recoveries. Through this partnership, we look forward to continuing to offer the latest in medical technology to our patients”
One of the key advantages of the O-Arm system is its ability to navigate complex surgeries seamlessly. An example of this is a recent surgery on a 50-year-old patient who was experiencing pain and weakness in her hands for 4-5 months after a slip and fall. Her symptoms were progressive and had begun affecting her legs, making it difficult to walk. Investigations revealed she had an atlantoaxial dislocation, a problem with one of the neck bones which was pressing on her spinal cord. Surgery was the only way to treat her. These surgeries are traditionally complex due to the delicate nature of the vertebrae and the proximity of critical structures such as the vertebral artery.
Typically, these surgeries need to be performed through a 6-8 cm incision at the back of the neck. However, using advanced O-arm, navigation and navigable drill technology, Dr Arvind Bhateja and his team performed this procedure through two 22 mm incisions on either side of the midline neck. There was no muscle dissection involved and the strong ligaments holding the spine in the midline were left untouched. The patient had an excellent recovery and walked out of the hospital 2 days later with a huge smile on her face
Dr Sharan Shivaraj Patil, Chairman, SPARSH Hospital, said, “I would like to congratulate Dr Arvind Bhateja and his entire team for this milestone. Our partnership with Sita Bhateja Trust has been an excellent collaboration that has given our patients access to revolutionary technology and enhanced patient care. The integration of cutting-edge technology, coupled with the expertise of the team, has enabled us to achieve outstanding results in complex spine surgeries.”
