Evolution of robotics in spine surgery: A historical perspective

• DOI: 10.1016/j.inat.2023.101721
• Publication Date: 2023-01-09T20:44:37Z
• Authors: Avi A. Gajjar; Anthony Huy Dinh Le; Raj Swaroop Lavadi; Ujwal Boddeti; Awinita Barpujari; Hussam Abou-Al-Shaar; Nitin Agarwal
• Keywords: RD1-811; Neurosurgery; Orthopedic; Robotics; Spine; 03 medical and health sciences; 0302 clinical medicine; Surgery; Neurology. Diseases of the nervous system; Minimally invasive; RC346-429; Robots

The use of robotics in spinal surgery holds tremendous potential with continued growth since 1985. To date, there are numerous devices approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for spinal operations. Robotic surgery enables improved patient outcomes in comparison to conventional methods. These robots can have superior spatial resolution, geometric accuracy, and faster implant placement. The initial design process and various stages of development are discussed, along with a historical synopsis. A review of the most commonly used FDA-approved robots in spinal surgery is outlined.