Minimally invasive pedicle screw placement with image-guided navigation in cervical spine injuries

This feasibility study provides preliminary evidence that surgery with MIS approach with navigated pedicle screws may be associated with reduced length of surgery and intraoperative blood loss compared to open surgery. Radiological evaluation of screw placement showed a good positioning with both open and minimally invasive approach. The results highlight the need for further investigation in larger, controlled trials to more rigorously evaluate the potential benefits and risks of this approach.